Body recovered from river by North Yorkshire Police

A man’s body has been recovered from a river in North Yorkshire.

Police are investigating after the body was recovered from the River Aire at Kellingley in the Selby district.

It was reported by a member of the public at 1.24pm yesterday (Wednesday).

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “The fire service assisted at the scene and the body was recovered by the regional police underwater search unit.

“The scene was stood down at 4.35pm.

“Enquiries are ongoing to identify the man and to examine the circumstances surrounding the death. This includes carrying out checks with other police forces.

“Further updates will be issued when more in known.”

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation can make a report via the North Yorkshire Police website or by calling 101, option 1.

Please quote reference number 122300033218 when providing details.