Police confirm remains found are those of missing 21-year old man

A PSNI spokesman said the force's thoughts are with Lee's family and friends
Author: Chris BrennanPublished 20th Oct 2023

Police have confirmed that a body found in Maghera, Co Londonderry has been identified as high risk missing person 21-year-old Lee Johnston.

Police say his death is not being treated as suspicious at this time.

Superintendent Michael O'Loan, district commander for Mid Ulster, said: "Our thoughts today are very much with Lee's family and friends as they mourn his loss."

Mr Johnston, from the Coleraine area, was reported missing to police on Friday, 13th October.