The Oxford Mail has opened a book of condolence for a man after police located a body in Oxfordshire woodland.
At around 12.40pm yesterday (Sunday, October 6), the body of a man was located in woodland near Radley, Abingdon.
Formal identification is yet to take place but officers believe the man to be missing person Dean.
Dean was originally reported missing from Heyford Hill, Oxford on Saturday, September 7.
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Detective Sergeant Nathan Adby, of Abingdon CID, said: “Extensive enquiries and searches have been ongoing for Dean since he was reported missing, and very sadly, a body has been located this afternoon by officers and colleagues from Lowland Rescue Oxfordshire.
“Although formal identification has not yet taken place, we believe this to be Dean. His next of kin have been made aware and are being supported by officers.
“Our thoughts are with the family at this very distressing time.
“The death is being treated as unexplained, but not suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”
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Book of Condolence
"We have opened a book of condolence for the man who sadly died. This is for anyone who wants to leave a tribute to the man or condolences for their loved ones. Please know we will moderate content to ensure it remains a respectful space."
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Leave your tributes hereIt was a real pleasure to know you and your lovely wife and boys whom I had the pleasure of teaching. May you rest in peace Dean.
Leave your tributes hereR I P Dean thinking of all family and friends at this very sad time
Leave your tributes hereSuch sad news we were work colleagues for many years a true gent RIP Deano. My deepest condolences to your family .
Leave your tributes hereHeartbroken when I heard it was you Dean and still don’t want to believe it , we’ve known each others all our lives, growing up you always loved a joke and banter but you were always a true gentleman … R.I.P hun 💔
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Me &Dean Leave your tributes hereNot the outcome we were hoping for at all, Deano was a lovely guy with a huge personality and will be missed by so many, my heart goes out to his family, I am so sorry for their loss
Leave your tributes hereRip mate top guy one of the nicest people you could meet 💙
Leave your tributes hereCan not believe you have gone,I didn't work with you for long but you were always such a caring thoughtful man.You will be so missed Dean it will be so quiet at work without your delightful tunes 🙈 playing.Thoughts r with your your family especially your wife and two lovely boys. RIEP DEAN til we meet again ❤️❤️❤️
Leave your tributes hereWill miss you Deanno. Was always great to talk football with you
Leave your tributes hereRIP Deano, fly high mate! You are missed so much more than you'll ever know! One of the absolute finest people I ever had the pleasure of meeting, working with, and calling a friend!
Leave your tributes hereRIP Deano. You will be sadly missed. I had good times when you were on the backdoor.
Leave your tributes hereSo Sad. Dean, one of the nicest and truly lovely, real decent Guy. Rest Peacefully my friend.
Leave your tributes hereA very nice chap I often ran into when we were walking our dogs, always had time for a chat. Heartfelt condolences to the family, he will be greatly missed.
Leave your tributes here10 years working with you 5 days a week so many laughs and giggles friend for life and even after I left the job we still had many good laughs over football will never forget the times we shared RIP Deano will forever miss you
Leave your tributes hereSuch horrible news ..we will all miss u ..my son rendered you and said this is so sad mum he was so lovely ..r.i.p you gent thinking of your family
Leave your tributes hereSo very sorry for your loss condolences to family and friends
Book of Condolence
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