Body found in river at Darley Park believed to be missing horse-trainer Owen Brennan
THE body of a man found in the River Derwent yesterday is thought to be that of missing horse-trainer Owen Brennan.
The body was found in the water at Darley Park near the cricket pitch at about 12.10pm yesterday by a passer-by, who contacted police. The 77-year-old was last seen at his home in Wheeldon Avenue, Derby, at 4.45pm on Monday, December 17 by his wife Pat.
Concerns were raised because Mr Brennan had suffered a stroke in September and had been suffering with memory loss. Police have been searching for Mr Brennan in Derby and Nottinghamshire, where he had friends.
Water and mountain rescue teams scoured the River Derwent and other areas in search for the missing man.
The body is yet to be formally identified but a spokesman from Derbyshire police said that officers believed it was Mr Brennan’s.
Comments
by dianae
Thursday, January 10 2013, 1:21PM
“Pat Brennan has said throughout the weeks that Owen was missing how grateful she is to Derbyshire Police for their quick response, their hard work and sensitivity.
People in the area have noticed how many officers were calling and asking for information and are glad that they did a good job for a wonderful family”
by Vonny
Thursday, January 10 2013, 9:46AM
“Such a very sad end to a lovely man. My prayers go out to Pat, Martin, Cindy, Helen and Bonnie and the whole of Owen's family. It was such a privilege to have known and worked for Owen.”