Body found in search for missing teenager Eric Lin from Manchester

A body has been found in the search for missing 14-year-old Eric Lin, who was reported missing on Sunday July 2, 2023. He was last seen in the Bell Crescent area of Manchester at around 7.45pm.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed that a body had been found on Thursday afternoon (July 6) in the Warrington area of Cheshire - however, a formal identification is yet to take place.

Police confirmed that there are believed to be no suspicious circumstances and Eric’s family have been informed of the latest development.

Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Davies of GMP City of Manchester North district said: “Firstly, our thoughts remain with Eric’s loved ones at this difficult time. Formal identification is yet to take place, so we would ask that they have privacy whilst the investigation continues.”