DEVON and Cornwall Police have confirmed that a body has been found in the St Cleer area.

It comes amid a large scale search for missing St Cleer pensioner Anne Stacey.

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “The body of a woman has been located in the St Cleer area today, Thursday, October 10.

“The death is currently being treated as unexplained and enquiries are ongoing.

“Formal identification is due to take place.

“The family of Anne Stacey, 79, from St Cleer, who was reported missing on Thursday, October 3, have been made aware.”