Police searching for missing Andrew Heys find body near Barton Swing Bridge

Police have confirmed a body has been found in the search for a missing man from Salford.

Andrew Heys from Eccles, was reported missing from home after vanishing in the middle of the night. Andrew's mum Jeanette, who had been staying with him due to an appointment he had the following day, said he went to bed that night at around 11pm on Monday (March 11).

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A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said a body has today (March 16) been recovered from the Barton Bridge area of Salford, following a search of the surrounding areas.

Police said although the body has not been formally identified, Andrew’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner, the force said.

Detective Inspector Mike Sharples from GMP Salford said: “Our thoughts and deepest condolences remain with Andrew’s family and friends at this time.

“Officers and specialist resources have been working around the clock and through the night to find Andrew since he was first reported missing to us, and I would like to thank members of the public who shared our appeals and assisted with our investigation.

“Our priority now is to make sure we can do everything possible to support the family and get the necessary answers for his loved ones, but I would ask that the family are given privacy during this time.”

Police were guarding a cordon around the Barton Road Swing Bridge area on the border of Trafford and Salford throughout the course of today. A body was recovered and taken away by private ambulance.

The police scene was blocking a footpath along the area