Police have confirmed a man who went missing in the Forest of Bowland has been found dead in the beauty spot.
The force issued an urgent appeal to locate Simon Eaves on Friday, October 24, who was missing from Preston.
His vehicle was last seen in the Causeway, Hole House Lane area of the Ribble Valley.
On Saturday, the body of a man was found in Gisburn Forest, and while formal identification is yet to take place, officers believe it is Simon.
His loved ones have been informed by officers.
There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding Simon’s death, and a file has been passed to the coroner.
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A Lancashire Constabulary spokesperson said: “Unfortunately, we have got some very sad news to bring you.
“You may remember us asking for your help to find Simon, who was missing from Preston.
“Very sadly, the body of a man was found today in Gisburn Forest. Whilst formal identification is yet to take place, we do believe this to be Simon.
“His loved ones have been informed, and our thoughts are with them at this incredibly upsetting time.
“There are not thought to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding Simon’s death, and a file will be passed to the coroner in due course.
“This is not the update we wanted to bring you today, but your help, as always, has been invaluable. Thank you to those of you who shared the appeal or provided us with information.”
Members of the public have been paying tribute to Simon on Facebook.
One said: “Sending love to Simon’s family and friends and hope you get the support you need.”
Another added: “This is so sad to hear. Thinking of his family and friends.”
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