Human remains have been discovered at a block of flats in Oxford which collapsed in an explosion.
Police said the family of Guido Schuette, 48, who has been unaccounted for since Tuesday's blast, have been informed of the discovery.
Residents from 40 households were evacuated following the large blaze and explosion in the Osney Lane and Gibbs Crescent area.
Search teams found the human remains on Saturday and a recovery operation is now underway.
Chief Superintendent Andy Boyd, of Thames Valley Police, said: "Forensic identification procedures will have to take place to identify the deceased person which will take some time due to the nature of the incident.
"Our thoughts remain with everyone who has been affected by this incident."
Locals described the enormity of the blast, with one saying "the whole of Oxford heard it".
Two people were treated for minor injuries and the Red Cross was involved in helping people find alternative accommodation.
Detectives, fire investigators and crime scene investigators are carrying out inquiries, but so far no cause has been given for the explosion and blaze.
