Cheshire Police investigating the death of a 16-year-old boy from Nantwich are appealing to the public for CCTV footage and information.

Jonty Evans, from Baddington, was last seen on Friday 30 August.

Sadly, the teenager was later found dead in the river Weaver near Riverside, Nantwich, on Sunday 1 September, his next of kin have been informed.

Jonty Evans' bag was found on Mill Island on the morning of Saturday 31 August (Nub News).

As part of ongoing enquiries, officers are appealing for information from the public to help establish Jonty's movements in the hours before his death.

Detective Inspector Nigel Parr, of the Major Investigation Team, said: "Enquiries are currently underway to establish Jonty's movements in the hours that led up to him entering the water.

"As part of our investigation into this incident, we are asking anyone who may have captured Jonty on any CCTV, dashcam or ring doorbell footage to please get in touch.

"I would also like to ask anyone who has any information that may help officers in understanding the circumstances surrounding Jonty's death to please come forward.

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"Our thoughts remain with Jonty's family, and we would urge people to respect their privacy at this very difficult time."

Anyone with any CCTV, dashcam, Ring doorbell footage or any information relating to this incident can submit it to police directly via MIPP.

Cheshire Police officers are appealing for information from the public to help establish Jonty Evans' movements in the hours before his death (Cheshire Police).

Alternatively, information can also be passed on to Cheshire Police on 101 or via the website, quoting: IML-1907900.

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