A BODY has been discovered in the search for missing 85-year-old George Fewtrell.

Mr Fewtrell was known to have made a long journey on foot from the Neston area to Flintshire between Tuesday, June 25 and Wednesday, June 26.

The last confirmed sighting police have of him on CCTV is at 2.11am on Wednesday, June 26, walking along the pavement opposite the Texaco fuel station on Holway Road, Holywell.

North Wales Police have no confirmed they have found a body in their search, and have informed his family.

Superintendent Jon Bowcott said: “Formal identification is yet to take place, but George’s family have been informed and are being supported by officers.”

“This is not the outcome any of us had hoped for, including the dedicated team of officers searching for him.

“I would like to thank the public for their support and clear, genuine concern for George during the search, which has been vital and helped us progress the investigation.

“Most importantly, all of our thoughts remain with George’s family at this incredibly sad and difficult time, and I would ask that their privacy is respected.”