Connor Brown remembered: The pictures that show the love Sunderland has for tragic teenager and his family

His death sparked a public outpouring of grief across Sunderland with countless tributes and messages of support.

And as the killers of popular teenager Connor Brown prepare to be sentenced at Newcastle Crown Court over his death, we have taken a look at the moving photographs taken as the city mourned the loss of the 18-year-old GP receptionist. Connor lost his life in Sunderland city centre, with hundreds laying flowers, cards and football shirts in his memory. Here, we remember the “wonderful” teenager with the infectious smile in pictures.

5. Flowers

Floral tributes for Connor Brown outside Happy House Surgery, Durham Road, where he worked. | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton

"Always such a kind, helpful and considerate chap." | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton

"You were always smiling." | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton

Growing tributes for Connor Brown in Sunderland city centre. | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton