Funeral details announced for Co Tyrone man as PSNI say ‘nothing to suggest crime’ element in young dad's death
Taylor Stewart (21) was last seen at approximately 5.30am on New Year’s Day in the Church Heights area of Cookstown. His body was discovered on Wednesday afternoon following extensive searches by police and rescue teams. The PSNI have since confirmed a post-mortem has been carried out and it does not suspect a crime element in his death. “Cause of death is undetermined following a post mortem and further tests will be required,” a spokesperson said.Taylor Stewart “Police enquiries into the circumstances of Taylor’s disappearance and death are ongoing; however there is currently nothing to suggest any crime has been committed.”The funeral for the father of one will take place on Saturday.In a funeral notice, he was described as an “adored dad of Tommy, much loved son of Chanelle, cherished brother of Paige, much loved grandson of Mitchell and Minnie, Robert and Hetty and a treasured nephew and cousin.” “Funeral service in the family home on Saturday, 10 January commencing at 1pm, followed by interment in Sandholes Presbyterian Churchyard."News Catch Up - Wednesday 7 January The family asked for donations in lieu of flowers to go to Community Rescue Service, care of Steenson Funeral Services in Cookstown.Throughout his disappearance, Mr Stewart’s family made extensive appeals for information which may lead to his whereabouts.His sister Paige had previously said she and his mother “would search until they die” to find him. A body was discovered on Wednesday. In a statement released on Wednesday, PSNI spokesperson said: “Police can confirm that the body of a man has been located in Cookstown this afternoon, Wednesday 7 January."Community Rescue Service Belfast District also released a statement sending their sympathies following the body’s discovery.“From early hours on Thursday 1st January 2026, the Community Rescue Service volunteers have been searching for a high-risk missing person believed to be within the Cookstown area,” they said.“We regret to inform you that early this afternoon Community Rescue Service volunteers along with the Police Service of Northern Ireland located a body in the Cookstown area."“The management and volunteers of the Community Rescue Service extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the deceased.”
