A body has been found in Ukraine believed to be that of a missing man from Manchester.

Daniel Burke, 36, was first reported missing on Wednesday August 16 this year by family members who had not heard from him and believed he had travelled to Ukraine.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed on Saturday that they had been told by Ukrainian authorities that they had found a body, which they believe is that of Mr Burke, from South Manchester.

Detective Superintendent Lewis Hughes who is GMP’s Lead for Disaster Victim Identification said: “This is an upsetting time for Daniel’s family, we have Family Liaison Officers in contact with the family and offering support.  

“My team and I are working with the Ukrainian authorities to make formal identification with a view to repatriating Daniel following that process.

“Daniel’s family have asked for privacy at this difficult time.”

GMP say that they are now working with Mr Burke’s family and with the Ukrainian authorities to bring identify him and to bring him back to the United Kingdom.