A body found in search for missing Lynne

Saturday, 6 April 2024 01:00

Wiltshire Police have confirmed that a body has been found in the search for missing Downton woman Lynne.

In a statement, they said, "Officers have been carrying out extensive search work in the Breamore area today with the assistance of the drone unit, specialist dogs and water resources after Lynne was reported missing on March 22.

"Sadly, a body was discovered this afternoon, and while formal identification has not yet taken place, the family of Lynne have been informed of this latest development.

"Our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time.

"Formal identification will take place in due course.

"Although it is early stages, we do not believe there to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the death."

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