Tributes flood in for Deepy, 22, who tragically fell to his death at Leeds car park

Tributes have been paid online to a 22-year-old man with a "pure soul" who has died after falling from a car park in Leeds city centre.

Police confirmed earlier today (Friday) that a man from Castleford died after falling from Woodhouse Lane Car Park.

A huge search to find the man, identified locally by friends as Amandeep Singh and known as 'Deepy', was carried out from Thursday evening when he was reported missing to police.

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Thousands of posts were shared on social media to try and find Deepy, with pictures shared of his distinctive grey Audi.

Deepy, from Castleford, has been described as a "real star" and a "trooper" and had a passion for cars.

Jas UK Singh posted on Twitter: "Deeply saddened by tragic news of a young Singh, Deep who struggled with mental health & ultimately resulted with him ending his young life today.

"Thanks all those who were trying to find & help him! My deepest condolences to his family, Vaheguru apne charana vich nivaas bakshe."

A friend said that Deepy "was someone that always made sure he was smiling when you saw him" and gave "a helping hand when you needed it".

Tributes have flooded in for Amandeep Singh, known as Deepy, who has died aged 22 (Instagram)

He added: "Deep always made sure no matter how down or upset he was he could make sure other people was happy before any problems of his own (sic) you’d see this happy bubbly loud person that would be driving around always ready to help."

Another post said that Deepy had a "pure soul" and "heart of gold".

One post shared on Instagram in memory of Deepy said: "You have a legacy that will live on. The smiles that you put on peoples' faces will never be forgotten.

"I'm genuinely already lost without you and nothing will be the same. I miss you already."

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A post was also shared by Youtuber DMO Deejay, who paid tribute to his "fellow petrolhead" and said: "rest in peace brother".

A fundraising page has now been set up to raise money for the mental charity Mind in his memory. To view the page or donate click here.

Saffron Kemp, who organised the fundraiser, posted: "Deep was a loving caring friend with nothing but time for everyone. He had a passion for his cars."

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