Body found in River Aire amid search for missing Apperley Bridge woman
Published 16th Mar 2026, 12:49 BST
Police searching for a missing woman have found a body in the River Aire.
Jane, aged 52, was last seen at her home in Apperley Bridge on Tuesday, February 24.
Yesterday (Sunday), underwater search teams searching for the woman sadly found a body in the River Aire at Kirkstall.
Formal identification is yet to take place, but Jae’s family have been informed of the latest development.
Detective Inspector Andy Queen of Bradford CID said: “Extensive enquiries have been ongoing over the last few weeks to find Jane and sadly officers have found a body believed to be her.
“Specially trained officers are continuing to support her family at this difficult time.
“We would like to thank the public who shared the appeal to find her.”