Body Discovered in Search for Missing Teenager Near Canterbury Nature Reserve
Kent Police have issued a tragic update in the search for a missing teenager, confirming the discovery of a body in Blean Woods. The 18-year-old, identified as Jason Stevens, was reported missing on Friday, February 13, at approximately 5 pm. He was last seen near a Canterbury nature reserve before his vehicle was found parked nearby in Rough Common, close to Blean Woods.
Extensive Search Efforts Conducted
Over the following days, extensive search operations were carried out throughout the surrounding area by police and emergency services. The search focused on the nature reserve and adjacent woodlands, with teams working tirelessly to locate the missing individual.
Tragically, on Thursday, February 19, police discovered a body in Blean Woods. Formal identification procedures have not yet been completed, but the family of Jason Stevens has been notified of the discovery. Kent Police have stated that the death is not currently being treated as suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Community Impact and Police Statement
The discovery has sent shockwaves through the local community, with many expressing condolences and support for the family. Police have urged the public to respect the family's privacy during this difficult time and have thanked all those involved in the search efforts.
In a separate but equally heartbreaking development, the family of Tiger Duggan, a 23-year-old Briton who had been fighting for his life following a collision, has announced his passing. The young man, who had moved from Milton Keynes to Perth, Western Australia, two years earlier, died early this morning, according to his family.
His mother, Mary Duggan, shared a poignant message on GoFundMe, expressing gratitude for the support received and revealing that Tiger's organs have been donated, potentially giving three or four other people a second chance at life. She described her son as living life to the max and asked for privacy as the family navigates this profound loss.
