A BODY has been found believed to be that of a pensioner who has been missing since Sunday morning.

Arnold Harrison, 78 from Bolton, was last seen in the Turton area at around 10.30am.

Police had been searching around the Entwistle Reservoir area near Darwen and have now confirmed that they have found a body of a man they believe to be Mr Harrison.

A spokesperson said: "Officers have this morning sadly found a body at Calder Brook, Entwistle.

"Although no formal identification has taken place, we believe the deceased male is Mr Harrison.

"Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this incredibly sad time.

"Thank you to everybody who shared our witness appeal."