Found Deceased UK - Richard Morris, 52, British Diplomat, Farnham, Hampshire, 6 May 2020

[trendsetter]

Chris Morris does the same. Chris Morris (satirist) - Wikipedia

 

[Occam's Zebra]

His family could have been mistaken about the long-sleeved top with a half zip. Or he could have had the long-sleeve top layered on to begin with and taken it off because he got too warm. I've stashed a layer of running clothes in a shrub or something on an out-and-back route, figuring I'd pick it up on my way back.

 

[jslk]

Realistically, I think the most likely scenario is a medical emergency or accident, and that remains may be very well concealed in thick vegetation or undergrowth. This is absolutely heartbreaking, needless to say, and I continue to hope he will turn up safe and well. We've seen lots of times though a person's remains be incredibly well hidden and missed even when the area is searched (Chandra Levy?). Perhaps when the leaves and bushes due back with Autumn, something may be found? Thinking of this poor man and his family

 

[Mind your biscuits]

Realistically, I think the most likely scenario is a medical emergency or accident, and that remains may be very well concealed in thick vegetation or undergrowth. This is absolutely heartbreaking, needless to say, and I continue to hope he will turn up safe and well. We've seen lots of times though a person's remains be incredibly well hidden and missed even when the area is searched (Chandra Levy?). Perhaps when the leaves and bushes due back with Autumn, something may be found? Thinking of this poor man and his family

I think you might be right. Until he is found I'm going to imagine that he just decided to do a Forrest Gump and just kept on running. Moo.

 

[Pimlipo]

Richard Morris: Body found in search for top diplomat missing since May


“Police searching for missing diplomat Richard Morris have found a body in the forest where he jogged regularly”

Detectives have not formally identified the body, but Mr Morris's family has been told of the discovery.

 

[ZaZara]

Richard Morris: Body found in search for top diplomat missing since May


“Police searching for missing diplomat Richard Morris have found a body in the forest where he jogged regularly”

Detectives have not formally identified the body, but Mr Morris's family has been told of the discovery.

Hampshire Police said the death was not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for the coroner.

Mr Morris's family is being supported by specialist officers, Hampshire Police said.


BBM


RIP. Prayers for the family.

 

[ZaZara]

Cops find body in forest in search for Brit diplomat dad-of-three

Today, a body was found in woodland just over two-and-a-half miles away.

Police say Mr Morris' family have been told.

A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said today: "Officers investigating the disappearance of Richard Morris from Bentley have today found a body in Alice Holt Forest.

"Formal identification has not yet taken place, but the 52-year-old’s family have been notified. They are being supported by specialist officers.

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


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[Skigh]

I am pleased that he has been found.
RIP,Richard.
Condolences to your family.

 

[dotr]

Rest in Peace Mr Morris.

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[Mind your biscuits]

I'm glad they found him. RIP.

 

[jslk]

Yes mixed feelings, glad he can be brought home but so sad he is passed. RIP.

 

[RobinCAL]

I hope this brings some comfort to tbe family. Rest in peace

 

[MrsWatson]

May he rest in peace and may his family find comfort.

 

[Sarahlou]

Glad he has finally been found. RIP

 

[brooks]

Daily Mail coverage

Body is found in the hunt for missing British diplomat, 52, who disappeared after going for a run | Daily Mail Online

 

[Ironside]

I never felt it was anything suspicious. At least his family can bring him home now.

 

[scriabina]

So are they thinking it was an accident? He was running and tripped and hit his head or something? Or was it suicide? Either way, terribly sad. He was only 52 and should have had a long life ahead of him yet.

 

[Sally4x]

Sad news. But glad his family now have him back. Thinking of his family and friends. R.I.P.

 

[bombardier]

Daily Mail coverage

Body is found in the hunt for missing British diplomat, 52, who disappeared after going for a run | Daily Mail Online

"Police, who are not treating the death as suspicious, had previously spent days combing the dense woodland for any sign of the married father of three."
As always, I would be interested in learning how this body (likely Richard) was missed earlier and just found now. (no shade towards LE and searchers, for future searches it helps to know where these people actually end up and how they can be so well-hidden)

 

[Beans]

Can only assume the search planners were just unfortunate and after months of lockdown with general public not roaming the countryside in the numbers they might normally do, it just took longer for him to be spotted. Very sad. Some peace for his family though.