A body has been found during the search for missing Paul, a 53-year-old Durham man who was last seen four days ago. 

Whilst formal identification is yet to be completed, Paul's family have been informed of the development. 

The fifty-three-year-old was last seen in the Tesco Express off Durham’s Market Square on Monday (November 11) and has not been heard from since.Images previously released on the last known sighting of Paul on Monday, November 11.Images previously released on the last known sighting of Paul on Monday, November 11. (Image: DURHAM CONSTABULARY) Paul's family expressed their gratitude for the kindness shown by members of the public during the search, stating that the countless messages of support brought them comfort in an incredibly difficult time.

Paul's body has been found after he was last seen in Durham four days agoPaul's body has been found after he was last seen in Durham four days ago (Image: Durham Constabulary)


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Authorities have confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner.

In a heartfelt request, Paul’s family has asked for privacy as they grieve, thanking the community once again for their compassion.