In a tragic turn of events, an elderly couple who went missing during a mushroom-picking trip in the forests near Boxholm have been found dead.

The couple, aged 80 and 83, were discovered by the volunteer organization Missing People after an extensive search effort.

The police suspect that the couple fell from a cliff, as their bodies were found at the base of a steep rock face.

The challenging terrain, described as "horrific" by search leaders, hindered earlier search efforts by police, which included drones and helicopters.

Despite the tragic outcome, the discovery has provided some closure to the family, who have been informed of the findings.

The police continue to investigate, treating the incident as a tragic accident rather than a criminal act.