POLICE searching for a missing Powys man have discovered a body, it has been confirmed.

The man, known as Chris, has been reported as missing from Crickhowell and had last been spotted in the town on Wednesday morning, May 11.

Dyfed Powys Police reported that the 52-year-old, described as having blue eyes and mousy brown hair, was missing in the early hours of Thursday.

They provided an update a shortly before 2pm, tweeting from the force’s main account: “We can confirm a body has been found in the West Mercia Police Force area by officers searching for Chris, who was missing from Crickhowell.

“Formal ID is yet to take place, however, next of kin has been informed. Chris’ family is being supported by specialist officers.”

Anyone who can help Dyfed Powys Police with their appeal can contact them by visiting https://orlo.uk/Yb2ou or emailing 101@dyfed-powys.pnn.police.uk.

You can also call 101 or if you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired, text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Quote reference DP-20220511-435.