Police have confirmed that they have found a body in the search for missing Northumberland man Keith Tanner.
The 67-year-old was last seen walking on Philip Drive, Amble at around 9.20am on Monday (February 13).
His worried family reported him missing after they struggled to make contact with him.
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An extensive search was launched, and a number of enquiries were carried out to locate Keith, but officers from Northumbria Police have now confirmed that a body was found in the Amble area on Tuesday (February 14).
Formal identification is yet to take place but officers believe it to be Keith.
His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers at this devastating time.
Police do not believe there to be any third-party involvement in his death and a report will now be made for the coroner.
Inspector Andrew Doyle of Northumbria Police said: “This is an incredibly sad update and one we certainly did not hope to deliver.
“Our thoughts remain with Keith’s family and loved ones. We will continue to offer them support during this extremely difficult time and would ask that their privacy is respected.
“We want to thank everyone who shared our appeal to help find Keith, as well as all our officers, partners and volunteers who assisted with our search. It is hugely appreciated.”
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