Found body confirmed as missing father Harry Takhar

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Image caption, Mr Takhar was last seen on 2 October 2022

Police have confirmed a body found in the search for Harry Takhar is that of the missing father.

Mr Takhar had been missing from the Telford area since the morning of 2 October 2022.

The discovery was made at an isolated woodland area off Bridgnorth Road, in Telford, shortly before 12:00 GMT on Monday, police said.

The 58-year-old's death was not being treated as suspicious, the West Mercia force added.

Det Insp Jo Whitehead said it was a "sad outcome" after a "challenging and emotional search".

"But I'm pleased that Harry's family now have some closure."

She thanked the public for an "incredible response" to appeals to locate him.

"Harry's family have asked me to express their sincere thanks for the support they have received from the community since Harry's disappearance and have asked that their privacy is respected at this distressing time," she said.

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