BREAKING: Police say they have recovered a body from Carr Mill Dam following earlier reports 'of concern for the safety of a teenage girl.'
A teenage girl has died after getting into difficulty while swimming at a lake in St Helens.
‘On arrival a number of officers entered the water in a bid to find the 15-year-old girl who had been swimming with friends when she got into difficulty. They were also joined by firefighters from Merseyside Fire and Rescue. Next of kin have been made aware and specialist family liaison officers will provide the girl’s family with support.Merseyside Police remain in attendance at the Carr Mill Dam with a cordon still in place.An underwater search team had been working in the water to locate the girl.
He said: ‘It is with great sadness that we can confirm that the body of the teenage girl has been recovered from the water. Our sincere condolences go to her family and friends during this tragic time.
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