The human remains discovered on a property last month are that of Richard Dyson, who was 55-years-old when he was reported missing in 2019, police have now confirmed.

Mr Dyson’s remains were found on a property on Broadcarr Road in Barnsley on July 14, 2025.

He was reported missing to police from Barnsley in 2019.

Richard Dyson’s remains were found on a property on Broadcarr Road in Barnsley on July 14, 2025, police have now confirmed. He is pictured inset | Dean Atkins S70 Media/submit (inset)

placeholder image — Richard Dyson’s remains were found on a property on Broadcarr Road in Barnsley on July 14, 2025, police have now confirmed. He is pictured inset | Dean Atkins S70 Media/submit (inset)

South Yorkshire Police say Mr Dyson’s family has been informed of this ‘tragic development in our investigation and they are being supported by our officers’.

A force spoksperson added that two men, aged 72 and 71, who were re-arrested on suspicion of murder in July 2025 have been bailed in relation to this offence as their enquiries continue.

Detective Inspector Adam Watkinson said: "Our thoughts today are with Richard Dyson's family on what is an extremely difficult day for everyone who knew and loved him.

"We have supported Richard's loved ones throughout our investigation into his disappearance, and will continue to do so following this tragic news.

“We're urging the public and members of the media to please respect their privacy at this time.

"Our investigation into Richard’s death is very much ongoing and I'd urge anyone who has information which could help our investigation to share it with us if you have not done so already.”