THE body of a man found in The Solent on Monday has been confirmed as that of missing Elezaj Shkelzen.

Elezaj's family are being supported by specialist officers.

A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said: "Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal and assisted the search."

There was a large-scale multi-agency search in The Solent following the discovery of a jet ski adrift last Tuesday evening.

A white and burgundy Yamaha Waverunner — with a sticker that reads ‘201 Langstone Harbour’ — was discovered, but no rider.

It was later confirmed the rider was Mr Shkelzen, who was missing.