Although the body has yet to be formally identified it is believed to that of 46 year-old Vasu Pangaluri.
Officers were alerted to a body in the canal near Bulkington Road at 8:25am on Thursday 25th February.
Mr Pangaluri was reported missing by his family on Wednesday 24th February.
While the case is still being treated as 'unexplained', it is not believed to be suspicious.
During their investigations police also had to appeal to drone pilot to stop flying his device over the scene.
Twycross Zoo celebrates its first animal birth of 2025
Since the infant’s arrival, it has been cared for by its father.
Local leaders express concerns about single unitary council proposal for Leicestershire
Leicestershire County Council has requested the Government to postpone the elections planned for May this year until May 2026.
Tips to avoid burst pipes as temperatures drop
"Freezing conditions followed by warmer weather can cause bursts."
Leicestershire Police’s Chief Constable announces retirement
He took over the role of Chief Constable in March 2022.
East Midlands Ambulance Service Critical incident still in place
This is the first time that East Midlands Ambulance Service has declared a Critical Incide
Charnwood homes evacuated after flooding
Residents of Proctors Park were asked to evacuate.
Local athletes receive MBE in New Year Honours list
Luke Pollard is a guide for visually impaired athlete Dave Ellis who won a gold medal at the Paris Paralympics in 2024.
Major incident declared by Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
Some roads in the county are impassable due to flooding.
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