Body found in Kershope Forest during missing person search
Police say the death is currently being treated as unexplained, but is not believed to be suspicious.
Police searching for a missing man have found a body in Kershope Forest.
The discovery was made shortly before 5.15pm yesterday, Tuesday, 12 May, during searches in the area.
Police have confirmed the body is that of a man.
The death is currently being treated as unexplained, although officers say it is not believed to be suspicious at this stage.
The family of Mathew Gorton, a missing 21-year-old man, have been informed of the discovery and are being supported.
Formal identification has not yet been confirmed in the information released by police.
Enquiries are continuing following the discovery, and officers are expected to provide further updates in due course.
No further details about the circumstances of the death have been released at this time.