Body of Missing Lincoln Student Found in Waterway

Lincoln, England – Police searching for a missing 20-year-old University of Lincoln student have recovered a body from a body of water near the city's Brayford Pool, which they believe to be that of Connor Calleja.

Connor Calleja was last seen in the early hours of Sunday, January 11, 2026, after being denied entry to the Home nightclub in Lincoln. According to his stepfather, John Lewis, Connor had attempted to walk back to his accommodation on the university campus following the incident. CCTV footage captured him at around 2:09 a.m. near Court 1, a hall of residence, walking along University Bridge that overlooks the Brayford. He was described as having short wavy brown hair and wearing a blue jumper with red and white stripes on the sleeves, blue jeans, and white trainers.

Lincolnshire Police launched an urgent appeal for information, expressing concern for his welfare and releasing additional CCTV images to aid the search. Officers increased their presence in the area around the campus and the city center, urging the public to share any CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage. The force assigned the incident the reference PID 119533 and asked witnesses to contact emergency services.