A man has appeared in court charged with murdering a missing youth worker.

Ross Willox was arrested over the death of Emma Faulds from Kilmarnock.

The body of the 39-year-old, who was last seen at Fairfield Park in Monkton, Ayrshire, on Sunday, April 28, has yet to be found.

Willox, from Ayrshire, is accused of murdering Ms Faulds and attempting to defeat the ends of justice.

The 39-year-old made no plea or declaration during the private hearing at Ayr Sheriff Court and was committed for further examination.

He was remanded in custody and will appear in court at a later date.