Body found in Dorset in search for missing Yeovil woman

A major search involving the coastguard was launched last night

Published 15th Sep 2022

Police searching for a missing woman say a body has been found near Bowleaze Cove in Weymouth.

A major search was launched last night after a car belonging to a 33-year-old woman who had gone missing from Yeovil was found there last night.

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said:

"We're sorry to confirm that a search for a missing woman from Yeovil has led to the discovery of a body near Bowleaze Cove, Dorset.

"While there's not yet been any formal identification, the next of kin have been informed and are being supported, and our thoughts are with them."

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