Body found in search for girl missing in River Thames

Body found in search for girl missing in River Thames

A tragic incident unfolded in Kent as emergency services responded to concerns for two children who had entered the River Thames in Gravesend. The incident, which occurred on Friday, led to a search and rescue operation that resulted in the recovery of a body believed to be that of a missing girl. Police were initially alerted at 13:45 BST when it was reported that two children were in the river at Royal Pier Road.

Following the alert, a boy was rescued from the water and taken to a nearby hospital, where he is currently in stable condition. The search for the missing girl was halted on Friday but resumed the next day, ultimately leading to the discovery of her body near Gravesend around 11:40 BST. Officials have confirmed that the recovered body belongs to the missing girl.

HM Coastguard was involved in the response to reports of the children in distress in the water, but no information was provided regarding their ages. The girl’s next of kin was informed and has formally identified her. Kent Police have stated that there is no suspicion of foul play in her death, and they will be preparing a report for the coroner. The tragic incident has left the community in mourning and highlights the dangers posed by bodies of water

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