Body of Missing 76-Year-Old Found in Ashford Woodland – Death Not Treated as Suspicious

Body Found in Ashford Woodland During Search for Missing Woman

Tragic Discovery in Mersham

Kent Police discovered a woman’s body in woodland near Mersham around midday on Wednesday, 12 August 2020. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Missing 76-Year-Old From Ashford

Although formal identification is pending, the body is believed to be that of a 76-year-old woman reported missing from Ashford on Sunday, 2 August. Police have informed her next of kin.

Non-Suspicious Death

Kent Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious. A coroner’s report is underway. Officers thanked the public for sharing the appeal to help find her.