Murder investigation underway after body found in Hull

A man's in custody after the body of 17-year-old Connor Lyons was found in Hull on Tuesday

Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 21st Jan 2021

A murder investigation is underway after the body of a 17-year-old boy was found in Hull on Tuesday.

Police say a man is in custody and another man is helping them with their enquiries.

The body of Connor Lyons was found by the banks of the River Hull in Ennerdale on Tuesday.

His death was previously being treated as unexplained, but detectives have now confirmed it's being investigated as a murder.

Humberside Police said: "We are supporting his family at this very difficult time and out of respect for Mr Lyons and his family, we ask that their privacy is respected."

Anyone with any information about the case is being urged to contact police, quoting log number 80 of 19 January.