Simon Penk disappeared after going out to the shops on 8 May
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The body of a Greater Manchester man who went missing nearly six months ago has been formally identified.
Simon Penk, 36, of Honeysuckle Avenue, Beech Hill, Wigan, disappeared after going food shopping on 8 May.
Mr Penk's body was found in a wooded coppice off Prescott Street, Wigan, on 30 October. A post-mortem examination failed to establish the cause of death.
His death is not regarded as suspicious but police are continuing inquiries. The coroner has been informed.