Ohio teen found dead under 'suspicious circumstances' days after he disappeared

MANSFIELD, Ohio (TCN) -- Police are investigating the death of a 16-year-old male who went missing earlier this month.

According to the Mansfield Police Department, Trentin Isaac disappeared Nov. 12, and a search ensued with help from multiple law enforcement agencies and family. Authorities said they received unverified tips and rumors regarding videos and social media posts, but they had not been corroborated. Police also said they never received any actual evidence from these calls.

In an update posted Nov. 19, Mansfield Police said Harrison County officials alerted them after finding a body in their jurisdiction. The victim was sent to the Cuyahoga County Coroner's Office "because of suspicious circumstances." Investigators positively identified the victim as Isaac, but officers did not provide further details on how he died.

In a statement, police said, "Mansfield Police Detectives are currently working with state and local authorities as there are more questions than answers at this point. The family and the community can be assured that the division will work diligently to not only answer these questions but also bring justice to the individuals who committed this act."

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