Family of Daniel Mrimi launch funeral fundraiser after 'unimaginable loss' as 20-year-old found dead in Edinburgh
Police confirmed that a body was found on Tuesday afternoon (June 2) after Daniel Mrimi was last seen in Morningside Road
A fundraiser set up to cover the funeral costs of a young man found dead in Edinburgh has raised more than £10,000 in just three days.
The body of Daniel Mrimi was found amid a search for the missing man on Tuesday, June 2.
Mr Mrimi, 20, from Glenrothes, had been reported missing on Monday, June 1 with police saying they were “increasingly concerned” for him after he was last seen on Morningside Road on Monday afternoon.
After his body was discovered, police said that there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
A fundraiser has now been launched to help Mr Mrimi’s family with funeral costs following his death.
Chantal Mrimi, a family member of Mr Mrimi, wrote in tribute: “Our beloved son, brother, brother in law, and uncle passed away on 2nd June 2026 at just 20 years old, leaving our family heartbroken and facing an unimaginable loss.”
The fundraiser has so far raised more than £13,000 at the time of writing, with Chantal adding: “Many have asked how they can support us during this difficult time.
“We have created this page for those who wish to contribute towards funeral costs so we can give Daniel the dignified farewell he deserves.
“Any contribution, no matter how small, will help ease some of the financial burden during this devastating time.
“We kindly ask for privacy as we grieve and thank everyone for their love, prayers, support, and kindness.”
You can access the fundraiser for Daniel Mrimi here.
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