Body found in Bedford river on Christmas day

Police searching for a missing man named Stuart say his family have been informed

Author: Rosanna Robins Published 26th Dec 2023

Police searching for a missing man from Bedford have discovered a body in the river in the town on Christmas Day.

Bedfordshire Police tweeted to say formal identification has not taken place yet but it is believed to be a man named Stuart and his family have been informed.

They added their thoughts and sympathies are with his loved ones at this extremely difficult time.

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