Body found after search for man missing in Thames
BBCPolice searching for a rower who went missing in the River Thames have recovered the body of a man.
The missing man, in his 60s, entered the water near Sunbury Lock, Surrey, on 11 October when a boat capsized.
Five other people were rescued.
Formal identification of the body, found near Sunbury Weir, has yet to take place, but the family of the missing man is being supported by a specialist officer, Surrey Police said.
An investigation is underway but the incident is not being treated as suspicious, officers added.
Ch Insp Andy Jenkins said "Throughout this tragic incident we have been in close contact with the man’s family to offer them support and information during this incredibly difficult time.
"Our thoughts remain with them, and we ask that their privacy is respected while they come to terms with their loss.”
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