The death of a teenage boy who died in a canal has sparked hundreds of heartbreaking tributes.
Underwater diving crews found the 18-year-old's body on Friday evening, around two hours after he was seen entering the water at Stanley Dock.
Witnesses said they saw the teen get into the canal, close to Lightbody Street in Vauxhall, shortly before 3pm but he never resurfaced.
The boy was sadly pronounced dead at around 5.30pm when his body was recovered.
People across social media began posting tributes to the young man as soon as the tragic news was confirmed.
On Facebook, Teresa Anderson said: "Absolutely heartbreaking, someone's child, only 18yrs of age, peace be with you."
Louise Keefe also said: "Omg how sad. So young.
"My thoughts to all his family."
Andrea Glanville added: "How tragic.
"Sincere condolences to this young man's family."
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A number of people who saw the emergency services at the scene also spoke out on social media about the boy's death.
Anne Craike said: "I drove past while this was all taking place. So desperately sad. Just heartbreaking."
There were around six ambulances at the scene, as well as multiple police vans and cars, and a number of fire engines.
Crews assisted the search teams for over two hours but at around 5.30pm the search was stopped and emergency workers were seen packing up.
Linda Mears said: "Tragic and heartbreaking.
"Thoughts and prayers to his family."
John Symonds added: "God love him. Rest in peace.
"My deepest sympathy to his family and friends."
On Friday, a spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: "The body of an 18 year-old male has now been recovered from the canal.
"The man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
"The man's next of kin are in the process of being informed.
"There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the incident."
