In a tragic development, the missing teenager Jordan Taylor’s body was discovered by detectives investigating his mysterious disappearance.

The 18-year-old had not been seen since Easter Sunday in the village of Silverdale, and the discovery of his body brings closure to a desperate search by both his family and local authorities.

The body was found close to the Keele Driving Range on Underwood Road, and the discovery has deeply affected the local community.

Staffordshire Police are now appealing for any information that may help to shed light on the events leading up to Jordan’s death.

The cause of death has yet to be determined, but police are treating the case as “unexplained.” A post-mortem examination is set to take place over the weekend, following which formal identification of the body will be carried out.

The community continues to wait for answers and is deeply saddened by the tragedy.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with any information to come forward to help bring closure to this difficult situation.