Irish singer Sinead O’Connor’s son Shane has died at the age of 17, representatives of the Irish singer have confirmed.

Officers in Ireland said they recovered a body in the Bray area of Wicklow yesterday and their appeal for the missing teenager has been ended.

Representatives of Sinead O’Connor told the PA news agency: ‘Regrettably, we can confirm the passing of Shane O’Connor.

‘We politely ask for respect and appreciation for Sinead, Shane’s father and Shane’s family at this most difficult time.’

An unverified Twitter account believed to be that of the Nothing Compares 2 U singer posted an emotional tribute to her son this morning.

Source: The Namibian Press Agency