Police have confirmed that the body of a teenage boy has been found in Gloucestershire.
A spokesperson for Gwent Police (who were leading the missing person investigation) said:
“The body of a teenage boy was found near the village of Northington, Gloucestershire on Sunday 9 March.
“Formal identification has taken place, and he was identified as Joseph Bellamy, 18, who was reported missing in December 2024.
“His family have been informed, and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.
“The family of Joseph Bellamy has requested privacy and space during this difficult time.”
