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Body found in search of man missing for nearly two weeks as remains discovered in water off major city road

A BODY has been found in the search for a man missing for nearly two weeks.

Frank Bayley was discovered by cops in water off Corporation Road, Newport at around 5.10pm yesterday.

The 69-year-old has been missing from Newport since January 21.

Gwent Police has confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious.

A spokesperson for the force said: “Officers carrying out searches as part of a missing person’s investigation found the body of a man in water off Corporation Road, Newport, at around 5.10pm on Monday 3 February.

“We were then assisted by the Severn Area Rescue Association (SARA).

“Family attended and have formally identified the man as Frank Bayley, 69, from Newport, who was reported as missing.

“Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.”

Photo of Frank Bayley, a 69-year-old man.
Gwent Police

Frank Bayley, 69, has been missing from Newport since January 21[/caption]

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