Remains found in search for missing man Peter Willoughby
Human remains believed to belong to missing man Peter Willoughby have been discovered in Tasmania. The remains were found during a public search effort for the 76-year-old, who has been missing since October of last year. Police have informed Willoughby's family about the discovery, but forensic testing is still needed to confirm the identity.
- ▪Peter Willoughby, 76, went missing in October last year.
- ▪Remains were found in the Eagle Hawk Tier area during a renewed search.
- ▪Forensic testing is required to determine if the remains belong to Willoughby.
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Human remains found in search for missing Scottsdale man Peter Willoughby, police say By Hayden SmithSBy Scout WallenTopic:Missing PersonSat 30 May 2026 at 5:37pmSat 30 May 2026 at 5:37pmSat 30 May 2026 at 5:37pmPeter Willoughby, 76, went missing in October last year. (Supplied: Tasmania Police)In short:Remains, believed to be human, have been found in Tasmania's north, police say.It comes amid a fresh search by members of the public for missing man Peter Willoughby.What's next?Police say Mr Willoughby's family has been told of the discovery.
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