Missing man's body found in river near Kirkstead Bridge
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Fred Gibson disappeared on 28 November after having lunch with a friend in Woodhall Spa
A body found in the River Witham in Lincolnshire is thought to be that of an 82-year-old man who went missing more than a month ago.
Fred Gibson disappeared from the village of Woodhall Spa after having lunch with a friend on 28 November.
Lincolnshire Police said a body believed to be that of Mr Gibson was recovered earlier from the river near Kirkstead Bridge.
Mr Gibson's family has been informed, a police spokesperson said.
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- Published8 December 2019
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