Police send heartbreaking message after body found in search for missing man

The family of a missing South Yorkshire man is being supported by the police after officers found a body.
By Claire Lewis
Published 15th Oct 2020, 08:34 BST
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Mathew Fullerton, aged 38, was last seen at his home in Middlecliffe, Barnsley, on Tuesday, October 13.

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A body was found yesterday and Mr Fullerton’s family was informed.

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Local residents organised a search yesterday to help find Mr Fullerton.

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South Yorkshire Police said: “His family have been informed and are being supported by our team.

“Thank you to the community for all your support.”

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