A man missing from his home in Fife for almost a week has been traced safe and well, police confirmed.

A search was launched on Friday after Darren Aitchison, 30, from Glenrothes, did not make contact with friends or family.

Police confirmed on Monday that the search had been stood down.

A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Officers wish to thank public for their assistance in tracing Darren."

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