Body found in search for missing elderly man from Waterlooville

The discovery was made in the Widley area on Sunday afternoon

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 9th Feb 2026

Officers searching for missing Reginald Bailey, from Waterlooville, have sadly discovered a man's body in the Widley area.

Formal identification has not yet taken place, but his family have been informed of the discovery.

Reginald Bailey, aged 88, was last seen leaving his home in Waterlooville at about 4pm on Wednesday 4th February.

Police say a file will be prepared for the coroner.

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