Body of middle-aged man found near Bouley Bay

Mr Farrell was reported missing on Friday, and searches were carried out by the Emergency and Search & Rescue Services. Credit: States of Jersey Police

The body of a middle-aged man has been found in the sea off the North East coast of Jersey.

It was discovered near Bouley Bay at around midday today.

A formal identification is yet to take place, however police say are confident that it is the missing person, David Farrell.

Mr Farrell was reported missing on Friday, and searches were carried out by the Emergency and Search & Rescue Services, from land, air and sea.

Officers are continuing to support the family who are already aware of the news.