Body of missing man discovered by neighbour

A WOMAN found the body of her 69-year-old neighbour at the bottom of a ravine in La Alberca (Murcia).

It is believed the cause of death is accidental as the body showed no signs of violence.

The man had been reported missing at around 9.30pm by his godson after he failed to return form walking his dog after three hours.

Friends, family, national and local police, Guardia Civil, Civil Protection and fire-fighters began an unsuccessful search in the Valle Perdido, which ironically means ‘Lost Valley’ ,until well past 4am.

The body was discovered by the woman at around 10.30am.