Police looking for a lacking ex-British soldier have been knowledgeable by Ukrainian authorities that they’ve discovered a physique.

Former paratrooper Daniel Burke, 36, from South Manchester was reported lacking on 16 August, by household who had not heard from him and believed he had travelled to Ukraine.

Greater Manchester Police stated it was working with Mr Burke’s household and Ukrainian authorities to assist a proper identification and convey his physique again to the UK.

Detective Superintendent Lewis Hughes stated: “This is an upsetting time for Daniel’s family, we have family liaison officers in contact with the family and offering support.

“My staff and I are working with the Ukrainian authorities to make formal identification with a view to repatriating Daniel following that course of.

“Daniel’s family have asked for privacy at this difficult time.”