Man convicted of murder of Megan Hughes in Chirnside, Duns

A 31-year-old man has been convicted of the murder of Megan Hughes in Chirnside, Duns.

Corey Dryden pleaded guilty to the murder at Edinburgh High Court on Friday, 27 June, 2025.

Around 4.35am on Sunday, 9 February, 2025, officers were called to a report of 31-year-old Megan having been seriously injured within a property on Windram Road.

Emergency services attended, however Megan was pronounced dead at the scene.

Corey Dryden was arrested on the same date and was later charged in connection with her death.

He will be sentenced on Thursday, 24 July, at the High Court in Edinburgh.

Detective Chief Inspector Laura White said: “This was a vicious and calculated attack by Dryden that tragically resulted in Megan’s death. His actions have robbed a family of their mum, daughter, granddaughter, sister and niece.

“Our thoughts very much remain with Megan’s family and friends as they come to terms with what happened to her.  I sincerely hope that today’s conviction brings them some sense of justice that Dryden will now face the full consequences of his actions.”