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Body believed to be missing man found at Stafford Castle

A body believed to be missing man Peter John Ball has been found in the grounds of Stafford Castle.

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The body was found in the grounds off Newport Road this afternoon and although formal identification is yet to take place, the man is believed to be Mr Ball.

Police remained at the scene throughout the afternoon, but the death is not being treated as suspicious.

Officers launched an appeal to find the 58-year-old earlier today after he was reported missing last night.

Mr Ball, known as John, had last been seen at his home on North Castle Street in the town at around 10pm on Wednesday

His family have been informed and are being supported by police, while a report is being prepared for HM Coroner.

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