Found Deceased UK - Jack Morrad, 28, Colors nightclub, Basildon, Essex, 23 Dec 2018

[Elainera]

Sounds like they found him?

 

[Tortoise]

13:17
The cordon is increasing in size
The police cordon is being extended even further at present.

An ambulance, which arrived at Gloucester Park earlier today, has now left the scene.

A large number of police and search teams remain at the scene.
Updates as search for missing Jack Morrad continues into 11th day

 

[Miss_B]

They’ve found a man’s body.

Essex Police

 

[HayLouise]

BREAKING: Essex Police suspend search for missing Jack Morrad, 28, after discovery of man's body in fishing lake in Basildon

Essex Police

BBC Essex on Twitter

 

[HayLouise]

#BREAKING Police searching for missing #Basildon man Jack Morrad have suspended the search following the discovery of a body. Formal identification hasn't taken place yet #EssexMatters

Radio Essex Newsroom on Twitter

 

[Tortoise]

Officers searching the fishing lake in Gloucester Park, #Basildon, as part of the investigation to find Jack Morrad have suspended their search following the discovery of a man’s body.

The discovery was made shortly before 11.30am today, January 3.

The body is yet to be identified, but Mr Morrad’s family have been informed that the search has been suspended.

Formal identification will take place in due course.

Essex Police

 

[Miss_B]

Officers searching the fishing lake in Gloucester Park, #Basildon, as part of the investigation to find Jack Morrad have suspended their search following the discovery of a man’s body.

The discovery was made shortly before 11.30am today, January 3.

The body is yet to be identified, but Mr Morrad’s family have been informed that the search has been suspended.

Formal identification will take place in due course.

Essex Police

Ah love him. I know the body hasn’t been identified yet and it doesn’t say in the report that it is Jack, but it’s awful news.

 

[Tortoise]

Absolutely tragic. At least he has been found, and I hope the family can get some answers now.

 

[gregjrichards]

Very sad news indeed.

 

[charlie7]

Oh how sad I know it was what was expected but it's still awful to see it actually happening. At least his family won't forever be wondering what happened I suppose

 

[jamjim]

I'm relieved that Jack can be returned to his family, but how sad.

 

[Elainera]

Very sad. He looked like a very friendly and lovely person. I'm sure he will be sorely missed.

 

[gregjrichards]

I wish there was something that could be done to try and prevent these tragedies involving water after a night out it is such a waste of a young life. It is a problem with men and women all around in the world.

 

[jessie]

So sad though I am relieved for the family he has been found. Such a tragic end after what sounded like such an enjoyable night out for him. Poor Jack.

 

[jessie]

I wish there was something that could be done to try and prevent these tragedies involving water after a night out it is such a waste of a young life. It is a problem with men and women all around in the world.

So much more so with men it seems @Greg. How to prevent it is the impossible question. x

 

[Miss_B]

So much more so with men it seems @Greg. How to prevent it is the impossible question. x

I know... it’s hard isn’t it. I’m not sure there is a prevention really because after a few drinks people don’t think of danger - I know I don’t. Maybe more CCTV where there is water, maybe around Christmas more volunteers are placed where there is water (I know it’s not always a Christmas thing - I don’t know I’m just thinking) and maybe just more awareness... no - how to prevent this is actually an impossible question.

My brother is 29 and every time he goes out with his friends (and he usually doesn’t get home until 5/6am) I say to him - usual rules apply - stay away from water. He thinks I’m absolutely nuts, but reading WS and knowing the actual facts of how many young men end up in water after a night out tell me I’m not.

It’s just so, so sad honestly. I feel sad that Jack’s family and friends are now without him. But like others have said on this thread this afternoon, at least Jack’s family aren’t left wondering where he is and what happened to him. They will have closure - even if it’s the worst possible outcome. I know I for one will be thinking of them all tonight.

 

[Ironside]

I live by a river with decent cctv coverage - it doesn't seem to stop people going in it, all it does is solve the mystery of what happened to someone a bit quicker.

 

[Miss_B]

I live by a river with decent cctv coverage - it doesn't seem to stop people going in it, all it does is solve the mystery of what happened to someone a bit quicker.

I know - I thought that, and that’s the sad thing. Awareness is my only other last chance saloon suggestion but to be honest after a drink some of us just don’t think of what’s dangerous or what we are actually doing. When you’re drunk, you’re drunk.

And yes - CCTV could help solve it quicker but it’s not really a prevention I know.

When my brother went to Bristol (full of water) a few months ago - I was like - usual rules apply - but even more so tonight!! He still texts back like yeah, yeah...

My thoughts, as I know all of ours are - are with the family and friends of Jack tonight.

 

[Elgana]

So sad, RIP Jack. As much as I expected this result, it is never easy to see it unfold. I hope his family can get some closure now.

 

[charlie7]

Essex Police have confirmed the body found as Jack's, and the cause of death was drowning. So, so very sad
Police confirm body in lake is missing Jack
RIP Jack.

West Ham fans will also be paying tribute to Jack during a game on Saturday, by having a minute's round of applause during the 28th minute of the game
The amazing way West Ham fans will pay tribute to Jack Morrad this weekend