Man’s body recovered from River Severn in Shrewsbury
A body was this afternoon recovered from the River Severn in Shrewsbury.
Police and the fire service attended The Quarry area following a call from a member of the public who made the discovery.
A West Mercia Police spokesperson said: “I can confirm that a body was recovered from the river just before 2pm today.
“It’s believed to be that of a man but has yet to be identified.
“However, the family of Robert Bartlett, who was reported missing last month, has been informed. The Shropshire coroner has also been notified.”
Robert Bartlett, aged 28, from London had been visiting family in the Welshpool area when he went missing last month. He was last seen at a relative’s house in Middletown on 17 February before he drove to Shrewsbury. His car was found in the Victoria Quay area of the town.
