River body confirmed as missing Josh

The body of a man found in the River Trent has been confirmed by Leicestershire Police as that of missing Josh Cotton.
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Josh Cotton

At this stage the death is not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for the coroner.

The 22-year-old lived on his narrowboat, The Spirit, at Sawley Marina on the river and was last seen at around 4pm on Friday March 11, on the bank close by.

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Searches have taken place throughout the area to try and locate him, and Leicestershire Police said scores of people responded to appeals for information.

After news was announced yesterday that a body had been found, readers took to Facebook to express their condolences.

Linda Chambers said: “So sad. Deepest sympathies to Josh’s family and friends.”

And Deena Draycott said: “Just 22. Incredibly sad. Condolences to all involved.”

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