Thomas Jones search: No charges in missing university student investigation
Two men arrested on suspicion of murder by police searching for a missing university student Thomas Jones have been released without charge.
Thomas, 18, was last seen in the early hours of September 19 close to the River Severn, in Worcester, and police are continuing to search the area.
The two men who have been released co-operated fully with the investigation and are no longer being treated as suspects, West Mercia Police said.
The 18-year-old from Worcester, who is a West Brom season ticket holder, has been missing since of the early hours of September 19.
Thomas, from Bromsgrove, was starting a primary teaching course at the University of Worcester after moving on September 16.
West Bromwich Albion tweeted an appeal from West Mercia Police to help the search for the teenager.
Detective Inspector James Bayliss from West Mercia Police said: "The investigation into the disappearance of Thomas remains a priority and we are keeping an open mind as to the circumstances surrounding Thomas's disappearance.
"This remains a missing person enquiry.
"I would like to thank the public of Worcester for their support and concern, the community response has been exceptional.
"We continue to actively search the area and I would reiterate that anyone with any information should contact the police as soon as possible."
People with information are being asked to contact West Mercia Police on 101 quoting incident number 432s.
Alternatively, people can contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
