Dovestone Reservoir: Body found in search for missing paddle boarder Simon Daniels
The popular walking spot has been closed off since Sunday afternoon
Underwater search teams looking for a paddle board who went missing after falling into Dovestone Reservoir have found a body.
Police began searches for personal trainer Simon Daniels, from Winsford in Cheshire, after he was seen going into the water on Sunday afternoon (20 October).
Officers confirmed his body was discovered at around 18:15BST on Wednesday night (23 October).
Detective Inspector Laura Crossley from Oldham CID said: “Throughout this tragic incident we have been in close contact with Simon’s family and will continue to offer them our support as they come to terms with their loss.
“His death is not being treated as suspicious and the scene has now been closed. A report is being prepared for the corner.”
“We appreciate the public’s support in enabling search teams to carry out their investigations, we understand the inconvenience this may have caused over the last few days, but it was important we conducted a full and thorough search for Simon.”