Body found in search for missing man from Newbury

Thames Valley Police says it's thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.

Author: Shaunna BurnsPublished 30th Sep 2025

A body has been found in the search for a missing person from Newbury.

British Transport Police officers responded with paramedics after a report of a casualty on the tracks near Newbury railway station at 12.30am on Sunday however, the sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers believe the deceased to be Colin, aged 59, who was reported missing from the town on Sunday.

Thames Valley Police says it's thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.

The death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner

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