Police can confirm skeletal remains located near Hermannsburg last month were that of missing person Kwementyaye Ryder.

Constable First Class Luke Bevan said Mr Ryder’s remains were located on 27 July and have since been identified.

“Mr Ryder’s family had been notified of the outcome,” Constable First Class Bevan said.

“Mr Ryder was reported missing in June 2010, having not been seen by his family since October 2009.

“At this stage the death does not appear suspicious and Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.”