The lifeless body of a man who had been reported missing was tragically found in bushland located in Sydney’s lower north shore. The discovery has left the local community in shock and mourning.

The 59-year-old man, whose identity has not been disclosed, was last seen on Tuesday at approximately 4:30 pm on De Villiers Avenue in Chatswood. Concerns grew as the hours passed, and a search operation was initiated to locate him.

Authorities conducted a thorough search of the surrounding areas in an attempt to find any traces of the missing man. The search efforts involved local police, volunteers, and specialized search and rescue teams.

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On Thursday, shortly before 3 pm, authorities received a call regarding a potential sighting of a person in bushland near Beresford Avenue in Chatswood. Responding promptly, the police headed towards the reported location.

Tragically, it was there that the lifeless body of the missing man was discovered by the police. The exact circumstances surrounding his death are yet to be determined, and investigations are currently underway.

In light of this distressing development, a crime scene has been established in the bushland area where the body was found. Forensic experts and detectives are meticulously examining the scene for any potential evidence that could shed light on the circumstances leading to the man’s demise.

The missing man has now been officially identified as the deceased individual found in the bushland. Following the necessary procedures, a report will be prepared for the Coroner, who will further investigate the circumstances of the man’s death.

More details will be provided as they become available.