19/05/2014

Man's Body Recovered From Clay Pit After Going Missing In 2007

Police in Cornwall have confirmed that a body recovered from a clay pit is that of Nicholas Prouse, who has been missing for more than six years.

Mr Prouse went missing from his home in St Dennis on 30 November 2007.

An investigation and search was launched for Mr Prouse but he was not located and a reason for his disappearance was never established.

Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious.

(MH/CD)

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