GLOBE readers have posted messages of condolence following the death of a man whose body was found in a wooded area near a Wirral retail park.

At around 8.15am on Tuesday, police received a report that the body had been found in a wooded area off junction one of the M53, close to Bidston Moss Retail Park.

Emergency services attended and the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Enquiries are ongoing to formally identify the man and notify his next of kin.

His death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.

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Readers took to our Facebook page to express their sadness.

Steph Wilcock wrote: "Absolutely awful scenes this morning. Police and fire crew handled the situation with the utmost respect and care.

"My thoughts go out to the man's family and friends at this sad time. Hopefully they get some closure"

Amanda Sutton commented: "I just pray his family get closure"

Yanndal wrote: "Heartbreaking news, and less than a month since the last person found in woodland not too far from here.

"There's a clear shortfall in the provision of support for vulnerable people; a quick look at the Facebook profile of the previous person is a saddening insight into their struggle - how their dog was the one thing getting them through lockdown; declarations of thanks to local charitable drives, only a smattering of comments and likes on statuses and posts that were reaching out to others; and a saddening fundraising appeal for a neonatal loss charity.

"Despite how much the powers that be seem to divide and isolate us, remember that life is a team sport, not a competition.

"A good conversation can save someone's life, so please look out for your mates.

"And, similarly, remember that there are always people ready and willing to listen. You're not alone, it's okay to have big feelings, and you are loved.

"My heart goes out to this man's friends and family."