Body found in search for missing 69-year-old from Radcliffe
He was discovered in Withins Reservoir
Last updated 7th Nov 2026
A body found in Withins Reservoir yesterday afternoon has now been confirmed to be missing man Anthony from Radcliffe.
The 69-year-old was last seen around 4pm on Sunday 1st November while walking his dog near the Royal Oak pub in Water Street.
His dog was found several hours later near the junction of Higher Ainsworth Road and Bury and Bolton Road.
Efforts to find Anthony had been ongoing and multiple teams across Greater Manchester Police have been involved in the search.
This included an underwater search team operating near Anthony's last known location.
Formal identification has now taken place. His next of kin has been informed and are being supported.
The force has thanked everyone who shared their appeals. They ask that Anthony's family is given privacy at this difficult time.