A body has been found in the search for hospital chaplain Rev Katherine Watson, who was reported missing on Thursday.
The 50-year-old was last spotted around 1 p.m. in the Heaton Road area of Newcastle, with Northumbria Police voicing increased concern for her safety.
After an extensive search, authorities confirmed that a body was located in the Jesmond Dene area of the city.
Although formal identification is yet to take place, police forces believe it is Rev Katherine.
We have some sad news to share with you. We have sadly found a body in the search for missing #Newcastle woman Katherine Watson.
— Northumbria Police (@northumbriapol) September 20, 2024
The 50-year-old, also known as Katie, was reported missing yesterday.
Extensive searches have been carried out since then to locate her.
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No third party was believed to have been involved in the death, the force said.
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.”