When a body is found and we can make a positive identification, the news is never welcome to relatives as it dashes those long-nurtured hopes and dreams and forces a harsh acceptance of the reality of the ultimate loss. And we are only too aware of the further pain that will be caused as the investigation reveals the circumstances surrounding the last days and the death of someone precious to them. But I like to think that, in the long term, uncovering the truth will prove to be a small kindness in finally breaking that stutter of uncertainty and permitting some level of coping and healing to
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