A body, believed to be that of Carole Potts, has been found near the M62 (Image: Cheshire Police)
A BODY has been found in the search for a missing pensioner.
Cheshire Police have confirmed that a body has been located during the search for Warrington resident Carole Potts.
The 82-year-old was reported missing by her family at 10.30pm on Monday (November 18).
Sadly, a body was located earlier today (November 19) near to the westbound slip road of junction 9 of the M62 at Winwick.
Formal identification has not yet taken place, but it is believed to be that of Carole. Her next of kin have been informed.
The death is not believed to be suspicious and a case file will be prepared for the coroner.
As a result of the incident the westbound slip road the M62 at junction 9 is currently closed.
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