Body found in search for teenager reported lost at sea

A body has been found in the search for a teenager reported missing in the sea off the Northumberland coast.

Michael Henry, from the Rothbury area, had been kayaking with another man near Boulmer on the evening of July 7th when it was reported the small craft capsized.

Police say the 19-year-old was found off the coast of Blyth on July 26th, following extensive searches.

Formal identification has since taken place, and a report has been prepared for the coroner.

Paying tribute last month, the teenager's family said: “We would like to thank everyone for all their love, kindness and support now and throughout Michael’s life; it was that love and kindness that made him the marvellous person he was.

“Michael was a much-loved son, brother, grandson, nephew, team-mate and friend; a keen sportsman who loved the outdoors."

The statement, released by the police, revealed the teenager was preparing to go travelling this summer and hoping to start university.

“Michael will be forever in our thoughts, and we will miss him," it added.

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