A BODY has been found in the search for a missing Aberystwyth man.

Phillip Stanton, also known as Pip, Phil or ‘Jesus’ to his friends, a 28-year-old from Penparcau, was reported missing on Saturday, 27 May, and police said earlier this week they were concerned for his welfare after he had not been seen since last Tuesday.

Dyfed-Powys Police have tonight announced that a body has been found in Aberystwyth.

No formal identification has taken place but Mr Stanton’s next of kin and the coroner for Ceredigion has been informed.