UPDATE: Body found at Clifton Beach

Police can now confirm that the body recovered from Clifton Beach this morning is that of Timothy Langford, 75, who was reported missing after a fishing trip on the Tukituki River on 10 August.

Police offer their condolences to Mr Langford’s family and friends.

His death has been referred to the Coroner.

/NZ Police Public Release. View in full here.