Sunday, 12 August 2007, 14:49 GMT 15:49 UK
Emergency services recover body
A body has been recovered from the sea off the north coast of St Agnes on the Isles of Scilly.
The body, which is believed to have been in the water for some time, was recovered by the coastguard and lifeboat services.
Identification has not been confirmed, but police said it may be the missing kayaker Robert Morton, 17, who disappeared on the 26 July.
Police said Mr Morton's family has been told of the discovery.
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