Body found in search for missing Essex 82-year-old
Michael Burrel had been missing for over a week
Police have have suspended their search for Michael Burrell, 82, who was missing from Canewdon.
It follows the sad discovery of a man’s body in the Wallasea Island area.
Although formal identification is yet to take place, Michael’s family have been informed and are being supported.
The force say a file will be prepared for the coroner.
82-year-old Michael Burrell was last seen on Friday 15 August, and police were searching Barling, Little Wakering and the surrounding areas, as well as Canewdon and Wallasea Island.