West Mercia Police searching for an 87-year-old man who went missing in Broseley, Shropshire, have discovered a body. The man was last seen on Sunday, June 28, prompting a widespread search by officers.
Police Confirm Death Not Suspicious
In a statement released today, police confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious. The man's family has been informed of the tragic development. The statement read: "A body has been found in the search for a missing 87-year-old man who was last seen in Broseley yesterday (Sunday, June 28). The man’s family have been informed. The death is not being treated as suspicious. Our thoughts are with the man’s family, and we ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult time."
Investigation and Next Steps
An inquest is expected to be opened and adjourned by a coroner in due course. Police have not released further details about the circumstances of the discovery, but they have thanked the public for their assistance during the search.
The incident has saddened the local community in Broseley, a small town in Shropshire. Residents have expressed their condolences to the family.
