Police find body in search for missing woman in Vale of Belvoir

Although there has been no formal identification yet, it is believed to be that of 61-year-old Wendy Grass, who had had last been seen at around 6am on Wednesday.

Wendy was reported missing a short time later and police sounded an urgent appeal asking for the public to look out for.

A Leicestershire Police spokesperson said: “Her next of kin have been informed.

“The body of the woman was located near Stathern.

“At this time, her death is not believed to be suspicious and, as such, a file will be prepared for the coroner.”