Body found in woodland during search for teenage boy, 17, who vanished after getting into Uber

A BODY has been found in the search for a missing teenager who was last seen getting into an Uber. Cops searching for Mason Pinsent, 17, found a body in woodland as they desperately hunted for the youngster. The discovery was made off Crownhill Road in Plymouth yesterday, with detectives and forensic officers pictured at the scene. Mason was reported missing on Wednesday evening, sparking an urgent search after concerns grew for his welfare. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! He had last been seen getting into an Uber in the Stoke area of Plymouth. He was then driven to an unknown destination, with cops believing he remained in the city. But the search ended in tragedy when officers discovered a body in woodland the following day. Formal identification has yet to take place, but Mason’s family have been told of the devastating discovery. Devon and Cornwall Police said: “We are saddened to confirm that a body has been found in the search for a missing 17-year-old from Plymouth. “While formal identification has yet to take place, the family of missing teenager Mason Pinsent has been informed. Most read in The Sun “Our thoughts are with them at this incredibly difficult time. “The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for HM Coroner.” More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun.