POLICE involved in the search for missing Downton woman, Lynne, have recovered a body.

Dorset Police confirmed a body was found in the Breamore area this afternoon (Saturday) and her family had been informed.

“Sadly, a body was discovered this afternoon, and while formal identification has not yet taken place, the family of Lynne have been informed of this latest development,” a spokesperson said.

“Our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time.

“Formal identification will take place in due course.

“Although it is early stages, we do not believe there to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the death.”

Lynne was reported mossing after travelling on a bus in the Salisbury area on March 21.