A British man missing after the Brussels terrorist attacks has died, the Foreign Office has confirmed.
David Dixon, 50, was originally from Hartlepool but lived in the Belgian capital with his partner and young child.
He was last heard from following the explosions at Brussels Airport on Tuesday when he sent a text message saying: “I’m safe”.
It is believed Mr Dixon was using the Metro system to get to work when an explosion ripped through train carriages near Malbeek station, just yards from EU buildings.
The Foreign Office confirmed on Friday Mr Dixon had died.
A statement from the Foreign Office said: "We can confirm David Dixon lost his life in the attacks which took place in Brussels on Tuesday 22 March 2016.
"Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time and our Embassy staff are continuing to support them.
"We know of seven British nationals who were injured in the attacks - three are still being treated in hospital.
"Our Embassy staff are working to assist all British nationals affected."
In a statement, Mr Dixon's family said: "This morning we received the most terrible and devastating news about our beloved David.
"At this most painful time our family would gratefully appreciate it if we could be left along to grieve in private.
"Please respect our wishes."
Prime Minister David Cameron tweeted: "I am deeply saddened to hear David Dixon was killed in the Brussels attacks. My thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family."
The attacks, which ISIS later claimed responsibility for, killed more than 30 people and injured more than 270.
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