Florence Waters latest: Body found in search for missing journalist

Ms Waters was an arts writer for the newspaper
Thames Valley Police
Olivia Tobin23 November 2018
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A body believed to be that of journalist Florence Waters has been found in Oxfordshire, police have said.

The 33-year-old arts writer, who wrote for the Daily Telegraph, had been missing since Monday and a nationwide search was launched to find her.

Specialist officers said they believe they found the columnist on Thursday evening.

Following the discovery in Thame, Ms Waters’ family have been supported by the police.

In a statement, police said: “Officers have located a body in Thame this evening, which is believed to be that of missing Florence Waters.

"The body was found on land near Oxford Road, Thame. Florence, aged 33, had been missing since Monday.

"Florence's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers at this time."

Police said Ms Waters' death is not believed to be suspicious and a file will be prepared for her coroner.

A profile on the Daily Telegraph's website says the journalist contributed articles on the visual arts, film and books.

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