Police are said to be investigating an offensive tweet made in relation to the Mikaeel Kular case.
According to ITV, an Edinburgh resident brought the remark to the attention of the police. It’s said that the tweet originates in the Greater Manchester area, and officers are liaising with colleagues in the area to identity the person.
“Any reports of racist, offensive or abusive comments made online will be thoroughly investigated and those responsible will be brought to justice” a Scotland Police spokesman said.
“If you commit an offence, we will investigate it and you will be prosecuted.
“Anyone who wishes to report offensive communications online can call 101 or contact their local policing team.”
According to a statement that was released online by Scottish Police, the body of the young child was discovered in Fife.
Three-year-old Mikaeel Kular had been missing from his home in Edinburgh since last Wednesday.
