- Liam Toner, of Ulceby, Lincolnshire, was last seen near Grimsby Friday at 10pm
- Toner, 19, was out with colleagues on a work night out when he went missing
- His body was found Holton-le-Clay after family issued an appeal looking for him
A 19-year-old who was reported missing after a work night out has been found dead, his family has said.
Liam Toner, of Ulceby, Lincolnshire, was last seen on Friday at 10pm, when he was out in Cleethorpes, near Grimsby, with colleagues.
He reportedly dropped his mobile phone near a taxi office in Grimsby, and was later found dead more than five miles away in Holton-le-Clay.
Liam Toner, of Ulceby, Lincolnshire, was last seen on Friday at 10pm, when he was out in Cleethorpes, near Grimsby, with colleagues. He was later found dead in Holton-le-Clay
Family and friends had issued an appeal looking for Toner before his body was found on this weekend.
Superintendent Dave Houchin, from Humberside Police, said: ‘We can confirm that we are linking our investigation into a missing person with the report of the body of a young man being found in Holton-le-Clay in Lincolnshire.
Family and friends had issued an appeal looking for Toner before his body was found on this weekend
‘Humberside Police officers are working closely together with our colleagues at Lincolnshire Police to establish the circumstances.
‘Initial indications are that this is sadly a tragic incident in which a young man has passed away.’
Tributes have been posted on Facebook, with one friend saying: ‘Such a cruel horrible world, a childhood friend has lost his life at the age of 19. In utter shock. May you rest in peace you angel Liam Toner. So so sorry for your loss I send my love to you all (his family).’
Another posted: ‘Rip kidda. I can’t believe it. You was like my lil bro growing up! You’re gonna be missed rip Liam Toner shine bright matey.’
Earlier this month in the run up to the festive season, Humberside Police advised people to take extra care when out celebrating.
At the start of the month the force issued advice as part of Operation Yuletide.
A spokesman said: ‘As part of Op Yuletide, we’re reminding people to stop and think about their safety, and the safety of those around them.
‘Whether that’s by booking a taxi in advance, walking away from trouble or by knowing your limits.’