Body found in search for missing Staffordshire man Joshua Smith
A body, believed to be that of missing Staffordshire man Joshua Smith, has been found.
This morning Staffordshire Police were called to the vicinity of the Trent and Mersey canal near Stone following the report of a body being found by members of the public who were searching for Joshua.
A spokesman for the force said officers had attended the scene and found a body that they 'believed to be Joshua'.
He added: "The family of Joshua have been informed of the situation and are being offered the services of specialist officers during this difficult time.
"Staffordshire Police are now making enquiries on behalf of HM Coroner.
"Both Joshua's family and Staffordshire Police would again like to thank everyone who has been involved in helping to search for him."
The 27-year-old, of The Crossings, in Stone, had been missing for around four weeks after last being seen walking to work at Aston Marina, in the town, on the morning of Tuesday, October 25.
Huge searches were conducted for Joshua, by police, friends and family and concerned members of the public.
