Human remains identified as man who went missing in 2020
Michael Dennington’s remains have been identified (Picture: Nottinghamshire Police)
Human remains, which were found on a bypass in Nottinghamshire, have been identified as a man reported missing more than six years ago.
Michael Dennington, born in 1961, was last seen alive at King’s Mill Hospital in Nottinghamshire on May 26, 2020.
Afterwards, he seemingly vanished despite a wide public appeal for information and searches by drone and with divers.
Human remains were found on a central reservation on an A617 bypass in May, and after DNA testing, it was found to be Dennington.
A team of anthropologists, detectives and police had worked at the site until a positive match was made.
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The circumstances around Dennington’s death are still a mystery, but police are awaiting a post-mortem before continuing their investigation.
He was first reported missing in 2020 (Picture: Nottinghamshire Police)
Dennington’s family have been informed, the police added.
Detective Stuart Barson said: ‘These types of investigations are complex, and we needed to ensure the results of DNA testing were conclusive before releasing information about the deceased.
‘We are now in a position to release these details. An investigation is still underway surrounding the circumstances of this death, and we are currently waiting for the final post-mortem reports.
‘We are working closely with the family, who are being updated on any developments and offered support.
‘As I am sure you can understand, the family have asked for privacy during this incredibly difficult time.’
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