The mother of a teenager whose body was discovered in woods in Banknock is claiming a 'third party' was involved in his death.
Cole Cooper was reported missing on the 9th of May.
CCTV captured the teenager's last known movements after leaving a house party.
His death remains 'unexplained'.
Wendy Stewart has told Sky News her son had 'various arguments' in the hours before.
Chief Inspector Alex Hatrick said: “Cole Cooper’s disappearance and the circumstances leading up to it remain unexplained.
“We remain in regular contact with the family to ensure they are kept up to date with all aspects of the investigation.
“We will continue to support them and provide them with updates as our enquiries progress.
“Extensive enquiries are ongoing to piece together Cole’s last movements and find answers for his loved ones.
“Anyone with any information, no matter how small it may seem, is urged to speak to police if they have not already done so.”
Anyone who has information should contact 101 quoting incident number 828 of Friday, 9 May, 2025.
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