The body of a man who went missing Aug. 23 has been discovered in a wooded area north of St. Joseph's Healthcare West 5th campus.

Neil Croft, a 53-year-old Hamiltonian, was discovered at 11 a.m. on Aug. 31 after police conducted a ground search based on investigative leads.

Croft had last contacted family on Aug. 22, and was reported missing a day later. Police do not suspect foul play in the incident.

The family of Croft would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance.