Body found in Caversham river search for missing man

The search focused on an area near Caversham Bridge

A body has been found during a search of the River Thames for a missing man.

Emergency services began a search at about 13:00 BST on Wednesday after a man was seen entering the water near Caversham Bridge, Berkshire.

Thames Valley Police said a man's body was recovered on Thursday afternoon. His next of kin have been informed.

The force said the death was unexplained but was not being treated as suspicious. A file is being prepared for the coroner.

A spokesman said: "Our thoughts remain with the man's family at this incredibly difficult time.

"Thank you to the emergency services, local residents and Berkshire Lowland Search and Rescue who assisted our officers."