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A man has been formally charged with murder following the discovery of human remains in the Somerset countryside. The remains are believed to belong to Craig Hurcombe, aged 40, who was last seen in Gurney Slade on the evening of New Year’s Day around 18:20 GMT.
Law enforcement officers from Avon and Somerset Police had been conducting a search for Mr. Hurcombe since his disappearance. On Wednesday evening, remains thought to be his were located near Roemead Road. Michael Bretton, also 40 and from Shaftesbury in Dorset, was previously arrested in connection with the missing person case on Monday and has now been charged with the murder of Craig Hurcombe. Additionally, Bretton faces a charge of stalking related to causing fear of violence towards a woman.
Bretton is scheduled to appear at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Friday. Authorities had received the missing person report at 10:45 GMT on 10 January, which was nine days after Hurcombe was last seen. Detective Chief Inspector Neil Meade from Avon and Somerset Police expressed condolences to Hurcombe’s family, stating, “Our thoughts are with Craig’s family during this incredibly difficult time. They continue to receive support from specially-trained officers, and, on their behalf, we request privacy for them. I would also like to thank them for their support with our enquiries so far.”
Detective Meade also acknowledged the assistance of Wiltshire and Dorset Police in the investigation. He reassured the public by stating, “While enquiries continue to be carried out in the area, we would like to reassure the community that we do not believe there is any risk to the public.” Due to the sensitive nature of the case, Avon and Somerset Police have informed their Professional Standards Department to ensure appropriate oversight throughout the investigation
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