Police said a body found has been found in the search for Channel 4 star Katherine Watson – we’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.
A body found has been found in the search for Channel 4 star Katherine Watson after she disappeared yesterday.
The 50-year-old ex-army officer, often known as Katie, who appeared in the TV series Geordie Hospital, was last seen in the Newcastle area on early Thursday afternoon. Now, Northumbria Police has revealed a body has been found in the search for the star and her next of kin have been informed.
They said in an update on X: “We have some sad news to share with you. We have sadly found a body in the search for missing Newcastle woman Katherine Watson.
“The 50-year-old, also known as Katie, was reported missing yesterday. Extensive searches have been carried out since then to locate her.
“Sadly, this morning a body was discovered in the Jesmond Dene area. Formal identification has yet to take place, however it is believed to be Katherine. Her next of kin have been made aware and are being supported by specially-trained officers.
“This is an incredibly sad outcome and our thoughts are with Katherine’s loved-ones at this difficult time. We continue to support them and we ask that their privacy is respected. Thank you to everyone who supported our search for Katherine.”
