Tragic news from Richmond as a body has been found in the River Swale during the search for a missing 12-year-old boy. The discovery was made by search teams late on Saturday night. The young boy was reported to have entered the river around 5pm, prompting an extensive search operation.
Police have informed the boy’s family, who are receiving support from specially-trained officers to help them through this devastating time. Authorities have confirmed that the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident are not being treated as suspicious.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends affected by this heartbreaking loss.