Police confirmed today that the body of a missing 24-year-old man was found in woodland near his Norwich home.
The body of Mitch Thornton was found by the Lowland Search and Rescue team on Saturday, off Dodderman Way in Bowthorpe.
The death is not believed to be suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.
Mr Thornton, from Thurlby Road in Bowthorpe, had not been heard from since sending a text message to his mum Maxine Frost on Tuesday.
He had been diagnosed with bipolar II disorder in February and was described by family as being "very vulnerable" at the time of his disappearance.
He studied law on the UEA campus as part of an agreement with the University of Law.
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On Sunday morning, Mrs Frost posted on Facebook confirming the news, writing: "It is with great sadness to let you all know that Mitch Thornton was found yesterday.
"To say we are absolutely devastated is an understatement. Love you forever my darling boy."
The community has come out to support the family, with hundreds passing on their condolences.
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