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Body found in search for missing Brit 2 weeks after vanishing in Alps having sent last text saying ‘I've lost the trail'
Body found in search for missing Brit 2 weeks after vanishing in Alps having sent last text saying ‘I've lost the trail'

The Irish Sun

time3 days ago

  • The Irish Sun

Body found in search for missing Brit 2 weeks after vanishing in Alps having sent last text saying ‘I've lost the trail'

A BODY has been found in the search for the British hiker who went missing in Italy two weeks ago. Matthew Hall, 33, disappeared while walking in the Italian Alps - and a body was found close to a mountain viewpoint above the town of Chiavenna, where he had been staying. Advertisement 2 A poster calling for help in the search for Matthew Credit: MEN Media 2 A body has been found in the search for Matthew Hall Credit: MEN Media Matthew sent a last text to friends saying that he had lost the trail before he vanished. He also sent a photograph of the Cross of Daloo - the viewpoint close to where the body was located. This clue led to an intense search of the trails in the surrounding area after Matthew was reported missing. Italian police said the body was found at 19:00 local time and that Matthew's family has been informed, reports the BBC. Advertisement The Brit had beem was staying at the B&B Ploncher hotel when he disappeared on July 9. It's believed he was planning to complete an eight-hour trek. But after he set off, he sent a text message to a friend saying he had taken a wrong turn and was having a rest. After not hearing from him again, friends travelled to the town to help with the search and spread the message Matthew was missing. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Breaking Breaking Matthew began his solo hiking trip on July 5, and was due to fly back from Milan to Manchester on July 12. his family and friends have praised the Italian police and local rescue teams for their efforts in the search. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Advertisement Like us on Facebook at

‘I've lost the trail': Full haunting text from Brit Matthew Hall missing in Italy – as mum says ‘I just want him home'
‘I've lost the trail': Full haunting text from Brit Matthew Hall missing in Italy – as mum says ‘I just want him home'

The Irish Sun

time6 days ago

  • The Irish Sun

‘I've lost the trail': Full haunting text from Brit Matthew Hall missing in Italy – as mum says ‘I just want him home'

THE mum of a Brit who vanished while hiking in Italy says she " just wants him home " as a major search operation continues. Matthew Hall Advertisement 4 The 33-year-old from Hull had been due to fly back to Britain at the weekend Credit: Facebook 4 Matthew is understood to have been planning an eight-hour trek before he vanished Credit: Facebook 4 Matthew is described as being around 5ft 10in and with brown hair Credit: Facebook 4 The 33-year-old from Hull had been due to fly back to Britain at the weekend, but his whereabouts have been unknown since July 9. A final text to a friend before his disappearance reads: "I lost the path and stopped to rest". His mother Sara Foster told BBC News: "I'm very wobbly at the moment, obviously, but I'm really trying to stay positive." Matthew is understood to have been planning an eight-hour trek before he vanished. Advertisement read more in world news He had been staying at the B&B Ploncher in Chiavenna, and hotel staff reportedly raised concerns when he did not show up for check out. When they went to his room, his belongings and documents were still there except his backpack - and his phone was turned off. Before his disappearance he was reportedly spotted by staff at the 'All Right' pub on July 7. According to Italian media reports, he might have been heading towards Savogno or Dasile, starting from Borgonuovo. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Alternatively, he might have been going towards Pianazzola, Daloo or Lagunch, starting from Chiavenna. He had sent a photo of the cross at Alpe Daloo near San Giacomo Filippo to his friends before his disappearance, the BBC has reported. I've moved to hidden historic town where houses are the price of handbags & pints are cheaper than Tesco sandwiches His mum said: "We'd got lots of photos from him from the Saturday to the Monday and then it seemed to be a blank. "If you're walking around Chiavenna just keep an eye out. We just want him to come home." Advertisement A Foreign Office spokesperson said: "We are supporting the family of a British man missing in Italy and are in contact with the local authorities." Matthew is described as being around 5ft 10in and with brown hair. Search operations are underway, with rescue teams scouring the area to establish his likely location. The Prefecture is overseeing the operation, which involves the Carabinieri, the Guardia di Finanza, and the Alpine Rescue team. Advertisement Sara praised the work of the police and rescue services, adding she is "so impressed" at how they've kept her updated. She said her son is a Hull KR fan who "loves his trails and walking". He lives round the corner from her with his cat Betty, she added. Matthew is believed to have been wearing beige top and had a black backpack with him when he vanished. Advertisement Anyone with information regarding Matthew's whereabouts is urged to contact law enforcement.

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