Geoffrey Kelly. Photo: Supplied/Police
Police have found a body in the search for missing man Geoffrey Kelly in the rural Hikumutu area.
Kelly had not been seen after crashing his car into a ditch near Taumarunui on 20 February.
An extensive search was launched and a cadaver dog found a body in the area.
"Since Geoffrey was reported missing, police have carried out a number of enquiries including extensive searches of the surrounding area with the assistance of a drone, police search and rescue, Land Search and Rescue volunteers, local farmers and residents, and a private helicopter, however were unsuccessful in locating him," a police spokesperson said.
"While the formal identification process is yet to be completed, the body located today is believed to be that of Geoffrey."
The death has been referred to the Coroner.
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