Body of a Cumbrian man found in property in Blackpool after going missing last month (Image: Newsquest)
A BODY of a man from Workington has been found in a Blackpool property, following his disappearance three weeks ago.
Police can confirm that a man’s body was found on February 5 at a property in Blackpool.
The deceased has been formally identified as Robert Bates, 53, who had been missing since January 14.
The circumstances of Mr Bates’ death are not believed to be suspicious.
A full tribute will be paid to Mr Bates in tomorrow's Times & Star.
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