The family of a 16-year-old who tragically died at Leeds Festival have paid tribute to their “beautiful” boy.

David Celino, who was from Worsley in the Manchester area, was taken to the festival’s medical tent following suspected drugs related illness.

It is believed David may have taken a particular type of ecstasy (MDMA) tablet, described as a grey or black oblong shape.

He was taken to hospital but died on Sunday.

In a tribute, his family said: “Our David was a beautiful, fiercely independent and warm character who lived every day at 110 per cent and who loved to spend time enjoying music with his friends.

“He had just received fabulous GCSE results, got into college, and had hoped to study computer science at a top university.

“Leeds Festival was the highlight of his summer; ultimately it was to take his life in the most unfair, cruel and horrible way, and we are broken.”

Police enquiries into David’s death remain ongoing and the force continues to support his family.

In the last update, assistant chief constable Catherine Hankinson said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the boy who has died, and we have officers supporting them at this very difficult time.

“While the exact cause of his death is yet to be established, one line of enquiry is that he had taken a particular type of ecstasy (MDMA) tablet, which was described as a grey or black oblong shape.

“At this moment in time this is believed to be an isolated incident as we have not received any similar reports.

“Users of any drug which is not professionally prescribed can never be sure of their contents and the risks involved with taking the substance.

“Anyone who does feel ill after taking any substance should seek urgent medical attention."

“We are continuing to conduct enquiries on site and are liaising closely with the event organisers.”

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