The technology proved remarkably accurate during a subsequent visit to surrounding villages once poor images and improperly recorded information were removed from its database.

The Scottish government defines records as "recorded information in any form which is created or received in the conduct of government business and which can provide evidence of activities, transactions and decisions made for, or on behalf of, the organisation".

At times, I yearn for the wealth of recorded information available to populations elsewhere in the world.

Details of organisations offering information and support with sexual abuse are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline, or you can call for free, at any time to hear recorded information on 0800 077 077.

She believes if these things had been in place Harris could be alive today.For details of organisations which offer advice and support, visit bbc.co.uk/actionline or can call for free, at any time to hear recorded information on 0800 066 066.