Police have confirmed the identity of a man found dead near Hartlepool earlier this month.
Joseph Aldus, 19, was found on July 22.
His death is not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for the Coroner.
A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: "Our thoughts remain with Joseph’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time."
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His family is being supported by specialist officers.
Police had previously put out an appeal stating that Joseph was last seen in the areas of Seaton Lane and Brenda Road.
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On Thursday (July 20) officers said they were growing increasingly concerned for Joseph’s welfare.
The 19-year-old was wearing a grey top, grey bottoms, and back trainers when he was seen last.
Police believed he was riding a bike with a flat tyre.
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