The victim of a tragic drowning incident during a Duke of Edinburgh trip has been named as an 18-year-old student from east London.
Emergency services attended reports of a male having entered the water in Powys, Wales, on the early evening of June 30.
A body was later discovered, believed to be that belonging to the 18-year-old.
The victim can now be named as Umar Dumbuya, a student at Leyton Sixth Form College.
Umar's college, along with fellow students and teachers, have shared their heartbreak following the news of his death.
Leyton Sixth Form College wrote in a GoFundMe set up on behalf of the 18-year-old's family: "Umar will be remembered for their kindness, warmth, and the positive impact he had on his family, friends, classmates, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing them.
"Umar’s loss has left an immeasurable void in the hearts of all who loved them."
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The college has confirmed it is "co-operating with the appropriate authorities" as enquiries continue, with youth charity The Duke of Edinburgh's Award confirming it too is "liaising closely with the young person’s college and relevant authorities to understand how this tragic incident happened."
A memorial page has been set up for Umar, so that those that knew him can share their sympathies and honour his memory.
Dozens of messages have been shared, many of them remembering the 18-year-old's "sweet" nature and smile.
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