A BODY found by police has been confirmed as that of missing Gareth Arnold.

The body was recovered from the water near Rhoscolyn on Anglesey on Saturday.

Anglesey Police said: "It is with deep sadness that we can confirm that the body of a man was found in the water at Silver Bay, near Rhoscolyn on Saturday afternoon (17/12).

"The man has now formally been identified as 44-year-old Gareth Arnold, who we circulated as missing towards the end of last week.

"There are thought to be no suspicious circumstances.

"Our deepest condolences remain with Gareth’s family and friends at this difficult time.

"Thank you to partner agencies, volunteers and members of the public who "assisted in our searches for Gareth.

Mr Arnold was last seen in Holyhead at 4.30pm on December 14, and a search was launched.