Police have located the motorcycle belonging to missing person Michael Hamlyn. Michael was reported missing on Monday the 11th July 2016 and was last seen in the Launceston area the day before by his house mate.

A trail bike rider located Mr Hamyln’s motorcycle this morning at about 10:15am whilst riding in the Fingal area, and notified police. Police attended and searched the area. A person was found deceased within a close vicinity of the motorcycle. The person has not yet been formally identified.

A report will be prepared for the coroner.