Girl, Aged 11, Found Dead in Park as Investigation Launched
West Mercia Police are seeking answers after the girl was found dead in a park, with officers increasing their presence during the inquiry.
- West Mercia Police launched an investigation after an 11-year-old girl was found dead in a park in Elmley Castle, Worcestershire, on Sunday following a missing person report.
- Reported missing at 11:20pm on Sunday, the girl was discovered near the cricket ground in Elmley Castle, with authorities treating the death as "unexplained" while enquiries continue.
- Chief Inspector Daniel Pilkington acknowledged the death is "deeply upsetting" for the local community and urged the public not to speculate, stating "thoughts remain with her family and friends at this time."
- Residents will see an "increased police presence" in Elmley Castle while officers carry out enquiries; specially trained officers are providing dedicated support to the girl's family.
- Investigators are continuing to establish the circumstances, with no cause of death or arrests announced, and officers remain available to speak to any residents with concerns.
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Death of girl, 11, 'unexplained' after body found in park
The body of an 11-year-old girl has been found in a park in Worcestershire, with police treating the death as unexplained. The girl was reported missing at around 11.20pm on Sunday, and was later found dead in the park near the cricket ground in Elmley Castle, West Mercia Police said. Her family have been informed […]
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