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The family of an 18-year-old woman who died after falling from a cliff in Thurso have paid an emotional tribute to her.

Emergency services were called to a coastal path, known as Victoria Walk, on Monday.

Alesha Wright died at the scene and a 26-year-old man who was found injured was taken to hospital in Inverness.

Alesha's parents issued a statement to say "the thought of outliving Alesha was inconceivable".

It added: "We are absolutely devastated to have lost our darling Alesha, who was a much-loved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend to many."

Police Scotland said Alesha's death was being treated as unexplained and inquiries were ongoing.

The man who was injured has been released from hospital.

Det Insp Richard Baird said: "It is vital we piece together exactly what happened in the lead-up to their fall and we are carrying out a number of inquiries to establish this information.

"Victoria Walk is a popular area and I would appeal to anyone who may have seen them walking there, or any drivers who were in the area who have dash-cam footage, to speak to officers.

"I would ask anyone with information or personal footage that may assist our ongoing inquiry to through 101."