Body of man missing in Loughborough found in River Soar

The body of a man who was reported missing in Loughborough has been found in the River Soar.

A report was received by police just before 6.45 pm on Tuesday (30 July) in relation to a group of people swimming in the river and a man getting into some difficulty in the water.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene and could not locate the man.

Yesterday (Wednesday 31 July) the force’s Tactical Support Team (TST) joined the search and the body of a man in his 20s was located.

His next of kin has been notified and officers are providing support to his family.

His death is not believed to be suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.

Identification of the deceased is a matter for HM Coroner.