By Missing Portsmouth man Matt Bone found dead two years after reported missing
The body of a man who went missing two years ago after saying he was going out walking, has been found.
Matt Bone, 26, from Portsmouth in Hampshire, disappeared in 2018 while visiting the Malvern Hills in Worcestershire.
On the 9th March 2018 checked into the Stanbrook Abbey Hotel and was reported missing on Sunday 11th March 2018.
His body was found in the village of Newland, near Malvern, on Friday 12th June.
Yesterday West Mercia Police announced that his body has been found.
His death is not being treated as suspicious.
Det Insp Beth Wells, of West Mercia Police, added:
‘We are sad to report that Matt Bone was found and has now been formally identified.
‘His family have been informed and specially trained officers are supporting them through this tragic time.
‘This is understandably an emotional time for Matt’s family and our sympathies remain with his family and friends.’
‘I would like to take this opportunity to thank the public who shared our appeals and helped in our search for Matt over the past two years.’
The family released a statement:
“Thank you to all who have supported us over the past two years, with special thanks to West Mercia Police and Missing People who have always acted with compassion and kindness throughout our difficult times.”
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