Man's body found in River Ouse in York

Police had been conducting river searching in York this morning (Sunday) after concerns for a man's welfare.

At about 1pm the police confirmed they had found the body of a man.

His family have been informed.

A police spokesperson confirmed that they are not in a position to formally identify him at this time.

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