Man's body is found near The Wrekin

Police found the body on Ercall Lane, Wellington, near the popular beauty spot the Wrekin, at around 8am today.

They are not looking for anyone in connection with the incident.

A spokesperson from West Mercia Police said: "We were called at just after 8am today to a concern for safety.

"A search was carried out and sadly a man’s body was located in Ercall Lane, Wellington.

"There is not believed to be any third party involvement and a report will be prepared for the coroner."

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