Officers were called to the scene earlier this week and an investigation into the death is ongoing
Police have provided an update following the discovery of a body in a Welsh river earlier this week. Emergency services were called to the Dock Road area of Connah’s Quay on Tuesday, February 24.
North Wales Police has now confirmed that officers recovered the body of a 41-year-old man after initiating a search for a missing person, reports North Wales Live. Read the biggest stories in Wales first by signing up to our daily newsletter here.
A spokesperson for the force said: “The death is being treated as unexpected whilst investigations are ongoing. The coroner has been informed.
“Our thoughts remain with the man’s family and loved ones who request that their privacy is respected at this difficult time.”
Dock Road was cordoned off whilst emergency personnel attended the scene, with a substantial police presence reported in the area.
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