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Appeal after body found in West Bromwich bushes

A man has been found dead in bushes at the side of a busy road near a beauty spot in West Bromwich.

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Michael Jayes, aged 71, was found dead in bramble bushes off Forge Lane near Sandwell Valley last Saturday.

His death is not believed to be suspicious.

Officials from the office of Senior Black Country Coroner Mr Zafar Siddique are appealing for information from his next of kin.

Mr Jayes was believed to have been homeless at the time of his death although he is thought to have previously lived in the Smethwick area.

Relatives are being urged to call coroner's officer Stephen Binsley on 0121 5697205 with further details.

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