Tributes paid to missing teen after body found as fundraiser is set up

A FUNDRAISER has been launched after the search for a missing 14-year-old boy ended in tragedy following the discovery of a body at the weekend.

- BY ANITA MCSORLEY

Benjamin Spot, known as 'Benny', was reported missing on Wednesday, November 19, after being last seen cycling from Market Square in Navan, Co Meath towards the Kentstown Road/Ramparts area at around 5.55pm.

His bicycle was found the following day at the Ramparts.

A major search operation, including extensive efforts along the River Boyne, was launched after his disappearance.

On Saturday, gardai thanked the public for their assistance in the search and confirmed that no further action was required following the recovery of the body.