Authorities have identified the 11-year-old girl who went missing in the River Thames as Kaliyah Coa. The Met Police have launched a recovery operation to locate her along the river. The incident occurred near Bargehouse Causeway, close to London City Airport in east London, during a school inset day when Kaliyah entered the water while playing.
Upon receiving the call at about 13:20 BST on Monday, emergency services immediately initiated a large-scale search to find Kaliyah. Ch Supt Dan Card from the Met expressed support for Kaliyah’s family and extended sympathies to all those affected by the distressing event. Efforts involving specialist officers, drone technology, and boats are being coordinated to conduct a thorough search in a wide area.
The community, first-response teams, and emergency services have been commended for their swift response and collaborative efforts during the search operation. Authorities are urging any witnesses to come forward with information about the incident. Despite the ongoing search efforts, Kaliyah’s family has requested privacy during this difficult time, as they await updates regarding her whereabouts.
Local residents reported that Kaliyah had been playing near the water with two other children before she went missing. Witnesses recounted hearing shouts and screams, with children sharing that a girl had disappeared in the water. Items belonging to Kaliyah, including shoes, a sock, a coat, and a phone, were found near the riverbank. Bargehouse Causeway, a concrete slope leading directly into the River Thames for boat transport, has raised concerns among residents due to its slippery and moss-covered surface
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