A “BODY”;; has been seen in the search for a “high risk”;; missing boy, 16, who went missing on Saturday.
Athrun, who is autistic, was last seen close to a boating lake and playpark at the West Shore Beach in Llandudno,, on May 10.
The 16-year-old was “wearing blue and white patterned swim shorts”;; when he vanished.
An earlier appeal had posted an image of Athrun wearing ear defenders but police confirmed he was not wearing them when he went missing.
A spokesperson for North Wales Police said: “Further searches have been launched this evening following a potential sighting of a body in the sea near Llandudno shortly after 7pm.
“The sighting came during air searches for 16-year-old Athrun, who has been missing since Saturday May 10th.
“There will continue to be an increased emergency service presence in the area throughout the evening.
“Whilst work is ongoing to try and locate and recover the body, Athrun’s family have been informed and are being supported by officers.”;;
Chief Inspector Trystan Bevan said: “Whilst I am grateful for the ongoing support and concern by the community, I would remind members of the public that this is an extremely distressing situation for the family.
“Speculation on social media is not helpful to our investigation and is not respectful towards the family members during this incredibly difficult time.
“Multi-agency searches will continue into the night following this evening’s sighting and I would ask for members of the public not to gather on the beach.”;;
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