By Rebecca Black and Claudia Savage (PA)
The body of a man found in Co Londonderry has been identified as missing person Lee Johnston, police said.
Searches had been under way for the 21-year-old from Coleraine who was reported missing a week ago.
A body was found in Maghera on Thursday.
Police said following a post-mortem examination they can confirm the searches for Mr Johnston have concluded.
Superintendent Michael O’Loan, District Commander for Mid Ulster, said the death is not being treated as suspicious at this time.
“Police can confirm that this is the body of the high-risk missing person Lee Johnston,” he said.
“His death is not being treated as suspicious at this time.
“Our thoughts today are very much with Lee’s family and friends as they mourn his loss.”
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