Malachi, 16, found dead after Brent disappearance
The teenager was reported missing on November 2 and last seen on Church Road.
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Tributes are being shared following the death of Malachi, 16, who had been reported missing in Brent. An urgent police search was launched after he was reported missing on Monday, November 2. He was last seen between 5pm and 6pm outside Saucy Flipper Bar on Church Road.
It was confirmed on Wednesday, November 4, that Malachi had been found dead. He was described as vulnerable due to his autism and a risk of non-epileptic seizures. Concerns for his wellbeing were raised as he was due to attend a medical appointment at the time of his disappearance.
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Community remembrance
A friend of the family, Julia, described Malachi as "polite, engaging and very personable". She is encouraging members of the community to light a candle and share a picture of it to honour him. This initiative aims to show support for his mother, Jacqui, and let the family know they are not alone.
Images of candles can be shared via email to admin@brentpcf.org and will be forwarded to Malachi’s mother. The family released a statement expressing their grief and thanking those who shared the appeal and assisted in the search.
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+When was Malachi reported missing?
Malachi was reported missing on Monday, November 2. He was last seen on Church Road between 5pm and 6pm that evening.
+When was Malachi found?
It was confirmed on Wednesday, November 4, that Malachi had been found. The circumstances of his death are not detailed in the available information.
+Why was Malachi considered vulnerable?
Malachi was described as vulnerable due to his autism and a risk of non-epileptic seizures. This was a significant concern during the police search for him.
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