A body has been located in the area of Gower Road, Trefiw in North Wales during the multi-agency search for 75yr old Brian Perry who went missing yesterday.
At this stage there has been no formal identification but his family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Chief Inspector Simon Kneale of North Wales Police, said: “I would like to thank the efforts of all agencies involved in the searches in very difficult conditions and for the local community who supported the teams in the area.
“Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time and they have asked that their privacy is respected.”
Earlier Update:
Appeal for Witnesses: Missing Person Search Continues
A multi-agency search is underway this morning for a man who went missing in the Afon Conwy river near Trefriw yesterday.
The man, in his 70s, was last seen around 4:30 pm on Saturday, 24 November. He was wearing a red Berghaus waterproof jacket and was accompanied by his dog. He had been walking with his wife near Gower Road, an area affected by significant floodwater following #StormBert.
He is described as having short white hair, 6ft tall, wearing a black and red bobble hat, dark coloured waterproof trousers and brown walking boots. He also had on a heavy-duty white wool jumper and had on his person a black Samsung smart phone but no other ID. The dog is a black and white collie, with a black lead and a black regatta coat.
Police, Coastguard, North East Wales Search and Rescue, the regional underwater search team and the fire and rescue service have been conducting a detailed search of the area since the incident.
We are appealing for any witnesses who may have seen the man or have relevant information to come forward.
Chief Inspector Simon Kneale of North Wales Police, said: “This is a particularly difficult time for this gentleman’s family. Extensive searches are continuing this morning as part of a multi-agency response and officers are supporting his family.
“I would like to thank everyone who has assisted in carrying out extensive water based searches in extremely difficult weather and water conditions.
“Floodwater poses significant risks, often hiding dangers and being deeper than it appears. I would urge members of the public to always avoid walking or driving through floodwater—it’s never worth the risk.
“If you have information, please contact us on 101 immediately.”
