Mr Buchanan said,
"This is a tragic incident which is being treated as a crime scene. Anyone who can help the police with their inquiries should get in touch.
People in the area are shocked as more details emerge. This is a quiet rural area with a strong community network where neighbour helps neighbour.
To have a murder investigation in this area has left people speechless. To those who mourn the loss of a loved one and neighbour, I offer my sincere condolences and assure them of my prayers.”