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A body has been found in the search for Channel 4 star Katherine Watson, who was reported missing on Thursday.
The 50-year-old had last been seen in the Heaton Road area of Newcastle, at about 1pm, with Northumbria Police saying they were “increasingly concerned” for her welfare.
After extensive searches, the force said a body had been found in the Jesmond Dene area of the city.
Although formal identification has yet to take place, police believe it to be Ms Watson and her next of kin have been informed.
In a statement on social media, they said: “This is an incredibly sad outcome and our thoughts are with Katherine’s loved ones at this difficult time. We will continue to support them in any way we can and we ask that their privacy is respected.”
She had previously served in the army, having joined at the age of 18 in 1992. Ms Watson went on to serve in Bosnia, Croatia and Northern Ireland before leaving the military in 2002.
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