Body found in Norwich in search for missing Anthony Hill

Written by Laura Devlin, a reporter for BBC News based in Norfolk.

The authorities looking for a school teacher who went missing in Norwich have discovered a deceased person.

Anthony Hill, who is 37 years old, departed from his home on Plumstead Road East around 7:45 in the morning. The CCTV footage later captured him at a Co-op store on Sprowston Road around 9:58.

Authorities confirmed that a body was discovered in a location near Heathgate just before 8:00 PM on Thursday. The police stated that the death was not considered suspicious.

Authorities had not confirmed the identity yet, but Mr. Hill's relatives had been notified, according to the police.

On Thursday, Kayleigh Hill, his spouse, expressed gratitude for the many individuals who assisted in the search efforts focused on the vicinity of Mousehold Heath. She found it comforting to see so many people lending a hand in the search.

Financial guru Martin Lewis expressed his sadness about the disappearance of Mr. Hill, who used to work with him before becoming a teacher and relocating to Norwich.

He shared on social media on Friday feeling very sad.

"I send my love to Ant's wife Kayleigh and their young daughters," he shared with his 3.1 million followers on X.

This is the most unfortunate news.

I am deeply saddened for all of Ant's friends and his young students. I will always cherish the memories of you Ant.

I want to thank all of you who shared the posts when Ant was missing. It brought comfort to his family. Rest in peace.