Search Called Off After Body Found in Northfleet
Kent Police have ended their search for a missing 66-year-old man last seen in Swanley on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Officers discovered a man’s body in Northfleet on Tuesday, May 14, prompting the closure of the missing person appeal.
Family Notified as Formal ID Awaits
The man’s family has been informed of the grim discovery, although formal identification is still underway. Police stress the death is not being treated as suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Community Efforts Praised Amid Ongoing Investigation
Kent Police thanked everyone who helped during the search and provided vital information. While the exact circumstances of the disappearance and death remain under investigation, officers are now focusing on supporting the family through this tragic time.
Updates Pending Coroner’s Report
Further information will be released once identification is confirmed and the coroner’s findings are complete. Kent Police continue to offer support to the family as the case progresses.
