Body found in search for missing man from Purbeck
Police say it's believed to be that of 54-year-old Gary Frampton
A body has been found in the search for a missing man from Purbeck.
54-year-old Gary Frampton, was last seen in Church Knowle at around 1.45pm on Saturday (29 October).
Following searches by officers, assisted by Dorset Search and Rescue (DorSAR) and Wessex 4x4 Rescue, the body of a man was located during the afternoon of Sunday 30 October 2022.
A spokesperson for Dorset Police said:
"While formal identification has not yet taken place, the body is believed to be that of Gary Frampton and his family has been informed. The death is not being treated as suspicious and HM Coroner has been notified.
"Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Gary at this very difficult time.
"We would like to thank everyone who assisted with the searches, as well as the public for their help in providing information."