Body found in Sudbury during search for missing man

Police say the death is being treated as unexplained

Author: Vicky HainesPublished 30th Nov 2025

Police searching for missing man Steven Baker have found a body in Sudbury.

Steven, a 50-year-old from Gestingthorpe in Essex, had been reported missing after last being seen in Sudbury on Tuesday, 18th November.

On the evening of 28th November, officers discovered the body of a man in Sudbury during their search efforts.

Police have stated the death is being treated as unexplained.

There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances at this stage.

Although formal identification is yet to be completed, Steven’s family have been informed.

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