Tragic news as body confirmed to be that of a Sunderland man
The man’s family have been informed
The body of a Sunderland man who was reported missing from home earlier this year (2026) has sadly been found.
Colin, who was aged 63 and of the Hetton-le-Hole area, was reported missing on May 2.
Extensive enquiries were carried out by Northumbria Police to locate Colin, including a trawl of local CCTV and the release of several public appeals.
Sadly, on July 17, human remains were found in the High Moorsley area, close to Hetton. Following forensic analysis of the remains, officers can today (September 23) confirm that they are the body of Colin.
Colin’s next of kin have been informed and there are believed to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Detective Inspector Nick Went, of the Force’s Missing Investigation Team, said: “Our thoughts are firmly with Colin’s family and friends at what I’m sure remains an extremely difficult time for them.
“I’d like to thank all of the officers involved in our investigation to locate him and the many members of the public who submitted information to us and shared our appeals on social media. It is much appreciated.
“As is standard practice, a report into Colin’s death will now be prepared for the coroner.”