17/01/2006
Body found near Belfast Lough identified
Police have today confirmed that the body, which was found close to Belfast Lough yesterday morning, was that of a 19-year-old Belfast man.
A forensic examination has been carried out and police do not believe that the circumstances surrounding the death were suspicious.
The body has been identified by the teenager's family, who have asked that no further details be released.
It is believed that the man was reported as missing on Sunday night, however police have refused to reveal the cause of death.
(EF/SP)
A forensic examination has been carried out and police do not believe that the circumstances surrounding the death were suspicious.
The body has been identified by the teenager's family, who have asked that no further details be released.
It is believed that the man was reported as missing on Sunday night, however police have refused to reveal the cause of death.
(EF/SP)
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