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Hunt for Missing Man Leads to Murder Arrest
13 Jan
Summary
- A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of murder.
- Craig Hurcombe has been missing since January 1st.
- Police are investigating circumstances surrounding the disappearance.

Authorities have arrested a man in his 40s on suspicion of murder as the search continues for Craig Hurcombe, who was reported missing on January 10th, 2026. Hurcombe was last seen on January 1st, 2026, in Gurney Slade, Somerset. He is described as a white male, approximately 5ft 9in tall, of proportionate build, potentially wearing light trousers, a dark jacket, and a beanie hat.
The arrested individual, a 40-year-old from Wiltshire, remains in police custody and is being questioned. The circumstances surrounding Mr. Hurcombe's disappearance are still under investigation, with police stating they are open-minded about the situation.
Officers urge anyone with information regarding Craig Hurcombe's whereabouts or his last known movements to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and police are actively pursuing all lines of inquiry to ascertain the facts.




