Body found in search for Christopher Barlow

Greater Manchester Police can confirm that sadly a body has been found after officers and specialist teams searched a specific area in Marple, Stockport in relation to Christopher Barlow being reported missing on Sunday 4 June 2023. 

Sadly this has been confirmed as being Christopher, and his family have been informed. 

A report is being prepared for the Coroner’s Office.

Detective Superintendent Helen Critchley of GMP’s Stockport district said: “Firstly, our thoughts are with Chris’s family and friends at this very distressing time.   

"I would also like to thank the local community for their support with the search and the wider public for their assistance in sharing our appeal.”