The body of a Hobart father missing for five days has been found in dense bushland outside the city.
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Elson Kiddle, 70, was last seen on Friday morning leaving his home in suburban West Moonah to play golf.
The discovery of his ute on Monday at nearby bush tracks in the foothills of Mount Wellington sparked extensive searches of the area.
His body was discovered around 1.30pm on Wednesday.
"This has been a very traumatic few days for his family, with a very sad ending today," Tasmania Police said in a statement.
"Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time."
There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding Mr Kiddle's death, police say.
More than 100 people, including Mr Kiddle's family and friends, police, SES crews and ultra-marathon runners scoured bushland on Tuesday.
About 70 people resumed the search on Wednesday, turning efforts to water sources in the area.
His daughters had posted on social media asking for help to find their dad.
"There's so many hearts here. Hobart is hurting dad," Shereen Kiddle wrote on Wednesday morning.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
Australian Associated Press
