A body has been found in the search for former England rugby player Tom Voyce, who went missing during Storm Darragh.The 43-year-old sportsman was feared swept away after attempting to cross a flooded river, Northumbria Police said.
Formal identification is yet to take place, but Tom's next of kin have been notified and are currently being supported by officers.
Chief Superintendent Helena Barron, of Northumbria Police, said: “This is an extremely sad development and our thoughts very much continue to be with Tom’s loved ones.
I would like to thank all of our officers, partners and volunteers for their assistance throughout the searches which have been conducted in very challenging circumstances.
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