A man has been detained by police investigating the alleged murder of a pensioner in Aberdeenshire almost a year ago.

Brian McKandie, 67, was found dead at his Rothienorman home on Saturday, March 12, last year.

Police Scotland confirmed on Friday a man was currently in custody over Mr McKandie's death.

A spokesman said: "A 23-year-old man has been detained and is assisting with inquiries."

Earlier this week, the force reiterated an appeal for information over the death of the self-employed mechanic.

Police had carried out searches of roadside verges near to Mr McKandie's house at Fairview Cottages in Badenscoth as part of the re-appeal.