TRIBUTES have been paid to a teenager found dead in the road at the weekend.

Police said the body of the 17-year-old was discovered in the road in Brampton Road, Bishops Castle in the early hours of Sunday morning (September 19).

While cause of death has yet to be fully established, the young man is believed to have been struck by a vehicle while he was walking along the road, causing him to suffer fatal injuries.

Dozens of people have taken to social media to pay tribute to the teenager, including the rugby club where he played.

"Words cannot describe the feelings the boys are going through at the club right now," Bishops Castle Rugby Club said.

"Dylan Price was not only a club member or team mate he was a friend, a brother and always a smile everyone loved to see around the changing room.

"He always gave his everything in to all he did, not just on the rugby pitch.

"Dylan will forever be a part of Bishops Castle Rugby Club and will never be forgotten.

"Our thoughts and love go out to the family in this tough time - fly high Dylan RIP."

Their tribute was echoed by club members and many of the clubs Dylan and the team had played against over the years.

Jim Price, of Jim Price Machinery in Craven Arms wrote on September 19: "We are heartbroken to say that tragically our Dylan was killed last night between Lydbury North and Bishops Castle .

"Words cannot explain our loss but if anybody knows anything please contact the police as soon as possible."

Anyone who has any information is urged to call 101 or visit the West Mercia Police website, quoting incident 00140i of 19 September.

Alternatively, if you have information but don’t feel comfortable speaking to police, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers. It is 100% anonymous, they never ask your name and they cannot trace your call or I.P address. You can contact them online or by calling 0800 555 111.”