The body of Ben McLean was discovered in a rear garden at West Preston Street, Edinburgh, at around 9am on Friday, January 16.

Police said they are currently treating the death of Ben, a former pupil of St Luke’s High School, as unexplained.

Bright student Ben is thought to have been in his second-year of studies at Edinburgh University’s Medical School.

Shattered pals have described him as a “true gent” and “legend" on social media sites Facebook and Twitter while expressing their shock and disbelief over the tragedy.

A spokeswoman said: “Officers from Police Scotland in Edinburgh have charged a 19-year-old man with drugs supply offences following the discovery of a body on Friday morning.” The man was expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today (Monday).