Man, 59, arrested over ‘murder’ after body found in search for missing man, 54, last seen getting into a van

A 59-YEAR-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a body was found during a search for a missing man.

Wayne Woodgate, 54, was reported missing on October 17 after he was last seen getting into a van in Tunbridge Wells.

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On Wednesday, cops found a body in Peasmarsh, East Sussex.

A 59-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.

Although formal identification has yet to be confirmed, authorities have informed Mr Woodgate’s family about the development.

Detective Chief Inspector Neil Kimber is looking for dashcam footage from motorists who travelled on the A268 between Peasmarsh and Four Oaks.

“We are particularly interested in any footage recorded between 5.15pm and 5.45pm on Thursday, 17 October, and from 8.15am to 8.45am on Sunday, 20 October,” he said.

Motorists with relevant footage, as well as those with CCTV or doorbell camera images, are encouraged to upload their evidence via the Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) at MIPP Portal.

Additionally, anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact Kent Police at 01622 652006, quoting reference number 46/179489/24.

The Sun