A body has been discovered near Thornton Reservoir during the search for Mark Parry, a 45-year-old man from Earl Shilton, Leicestershire. Parry had been reported missing since Wednesday, 3 December. Leicestershire Police launched a public appeal for information regarding his whereabouts after he was last seen at his home in the Westfield Avenue area. The last contact with a family member was on Thursday morning. On Saturday evening, police confirmed that a body was found earlier that day at Thornton Reservoir, approximately eight miles from Earl Shilton. A statement from the police indicated, "A body has been found in the search for missing Earl Shilton man Mark Parry. Although formal identification is yet to take place, it is believed to be Mark." The family of Mark Parry is currently receiving support from officers and has requested privacy during this challenging time. Authorities have stated that his death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for HM Coroner. The investigation continues as the community mourns the loss of a local resident.