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Body found on the Isles of Scilly formally identified as missing Josh

Police have formally identified a body found in the sea off the Isles of Scilly, as missing Josh Clayton. The 23-year-old has been missing on the isle of Tresco since 13 September.

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Body found in the search for Josh Clayton

Josh Clayton Credit: Family

A body has been recovered this evening by St Mary's Lifeboat from the sea to the North of Tresco on the Isles of Scilly.

Police have made this statement tonight:

"No formal identification has been made at this time however the family of missing person Josh Clayton have been informed of the developments and enquiries continue".

23-year-old Josh Clayton, who's from Taunton, went missing on Tresco on Sunday 13 September.

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