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Body found in river search for missing fisherman

West Yorkshire Police Nathan Stanley, who went missing on WednesdayWest Yorkshire Police
Nathan Stanley was fishing with a friend on Wednesday before entering the River Aire, police say

Police searching for a missing fisherman in West Yorkshire have found a body in the River Aire.

West Yorkshire Police said Nathan Stanley, 36, had been fishing with a friend before entering the water in Knottingley on Wednesday.

Underwater and mountain rescue teams assisted police during the search, with Mr Stanley's family informed of the discovery.

A force spokesperson said there were no suspicious circumstances and a file had been prepared for the coroner.

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