Man Found in River Medway: Police Seek Witnesses | Maidstone

Body Found in River Medway Identified as Terry Underhill, 55

A kent resident, Terry Underhill, 55, has been identified as the man whose body was recovered from the River Medway on January 2. Authorities are appealing for information regarding his last known movements.

Police, paramedics, and the fire service responded to a call on The Broadway in Maidstone following the discovery of Mr. Underhill’s body. Crews recovered the remains last Friday, and his family has been notified.

Did you know? – The River Medway is one of the major rivers in southeast England, flowing through Kent. It’s approximately 70 miles long and historically crucial for trade and transport.

Investigation Underway,Death Deemed Non-Suspicious

The investigation is currently being treated as non-suspicious,with a report being prepared for the coroner. However,law enforcement officials are actively seeking any information that might shed light on the circumstances surrounding Mr. Underhill’s death. “Officers are now appealing for further information,” a police spokesperson stated.

Why did this happen? While the death is not considered suspicious, authorities are investigating the events leading up to Terry Underhill’s death to understand the circumstances. The coroner will determine the official cause of death following a report from the investigation.

Pro tip – If you have security cameras, review footage from New Year’s Day and January 2nd in the Maidstone area. Even seemingly insignificant details could be helpful to investigators.

Last Seen on New Year’s Day

The last confirmed sighting of Mr.Underhill occurred at approximately 9 p.m. on New Year’s Day in Quarry Road, Tovil. He was last seen wearing a dark gray coat,a navy t-shirt,light grey tracksuit bottoms,and black shoes.

A witness reported last week that a pathway near the Thai Orchid restaurant had been cordoned off with police tape.

Who was Terry Underhill? Terry Underhill, 55, was a resident of Kent. Details about his personal life have not been released by authorities. he was last seen on New Year’s Day wearing a dark grey coat, navy t-shirt, light grey tracksuit bottoms, and black shoes.

Public Appeal for Information

authorities are requesting assistance from the public. Anyone who may have seen Mr.Underhill, or who possesses CCTV or dashcam footage from the area, is urged to come forward.

Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the west Kent appeals line at 01622 604100, referencing case number 46/879/26. alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or submitting a report online.

What happened? Terry Underhill was last seen on New Year’s Day in Tovil, Maidstone. His body was discovered in the River Medway on January 2nd.Police, paramedics, and the fire service responded to the scene.

How did it end? Mr. Underhill’s body was recovered from the River Medway on January 2nd. His family has been notified.The investigation is ongoing, but currently treated as non-suspicious, with a report being prepared for the coroner to determine the official cause of death. Authorities continue to appeal for public assistance.

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The investigation remains ongoing as authorities seek to understand the events leading up to the discovery of Mr. Underhill’s body in the River Medway.