POLICE have found the body of a Newton-le-Willows man who had been missing from home.
Richard Smith, 41, had been reported missing on Friday evening (July 20) having last been seen on Maple Avenue, Newton-le-Willows.
After extensive enquiries yesterday and today, emergency services were called to a wooded area near Cooper Lane in Haydock at 4.20pm.
Richard was found dead at the scene.
A police statement said: "There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and a file has been passed to the coroner.
"Mr Smith’s next of kin have been informed and police officers are providing them with support at this very difficult time.
"We'd like to thank the public and media for sharing our appeal."
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