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Man's Remains Found After 2.5 Years Near Car
3 Sep
Summary
- Richard Locker's remains discovered over two years later.
- Discovery made on Mill Lane, same road as his car.
- Family finds peace after prolonged period of not knowing.
The remains of Richard Locker, who was reported missing on January 4, 2024, have been found over two and a half years later. His vehicle was discovered by police on Mill Lane in Torquay the day after his disappearance. However, it took until August 7, 2026, for Mr. Locker's remains to be located at a property on the very same road.
His step-daughter, Nicola, confirmed the discovery on social media, expressing a bittersweet sense of peace after a prolonged period of not knowing his fate. She shared that the family had never stopped looking for him and that the intervening years had been filled with pain and uncertainty.
Devon and Cornwall Police stated that formal identification is pending, but the family has been informed. The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner. The discovery brings a tragic conclusion to a long-standing mystery.
