The family of David Tita Jr, from Crewe, who was sadly found dead at Pickmere Lake have paid tribute to him.

On Tuesday 26 May, police were called to reports of a missing teenager who was last seen in the water in Knutsford.

Officers carried out extensive searches of the area to locate the 17-year-old, supported by the police helicopter, Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service, and specialist Underwater Search Teams.

Following a thorough search, David Tita Jr was sadly found dead in the lake later that day.

David's family said: "No words will ever describe the loss of our son. He was not only a son, but a friend, a brother and a very supportive force to us, his family and the wider Crewe community.

"David was compassionate, sensitive, brave and full of light. When he smiled, it was as mountains smile to see the spring.

"His smile and touching empathy were infectious, as was his impactful capacity to reach out, build relationships, help and support those around him.

"You were ripped away from having a full and rich life and we were stolen the chance of ever having to see you grow old and have your own children and family.

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"This pain in our chests will never leave us and will forever be within our hearts because we love David and that's something no one can take away from us.

"Tonight, and tomorrow and for the rest of our lives, we will look for you in the stars, the heavens and through sunsets and remember who you were, until we meet again."