Officers at the scene in Plenmellar Place, Sunniside. Picture by Trev Sherwood - PoliceHour.co.uk
A TEENAGER found dead in a North-East street has been identified as 19-year-old Liam Oliver.
He was found in Plenmellar Place, Sunniside, Gateshead, at 5.30am on Sunday morning.
Northumbria Police said his death is being treated as unexplained at this time and a report has been prepared for the coroner.
A 20-year-old man arrested on suspicion of possessing controlled drug with intent to supply has been bailed pending further enquiries.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the police on 101 quoting reference number 298 14/08/16
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