POLICE searching for a man missing from a village on the outskirts of Taunton since the weekend have found a body.

Formal identification has not yet taken place, but it is believed to be the body of Rangarirai, from Norton Fitzwarren.

His family have been informed of the discovery yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, November 22).

Police put out an appeal earlier this week after Rangarira, aged 53, was reported missing.

They said they were "very worried" about him.

Rangarira, who worked in Wellington and who was also known as David, was last seen leaving his accommodation in Norton Fitzwarren at 6.15pm on Sunday (November 19).

Following the discovery of his body, an Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "We're sad to confirm that a body has been found near Norton Fitzwarren this afternoon (November 22) in the search for missing 53-year-old Rangarirai.

"While formal identification has not yet taken place, his family are aware and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time."