Police launch investigation after teenage girl dies in Warrington
An appeal for information has been issued by police
Last updated 12th Feb 2023
A teenage girl has died after being found with serious injuries in Warrington.
Detectives investigating the death at Culcheth Linear Park just after 3pm on Saturday 11th February are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Emergency services were called to reports a girl had been seriously injured but sadly the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene.
Cheshire Police say her next of kin have been told but formal identification hasn't yet taken place.
What have police said?
Detective Chief Inspector Adam Waller said: “I understand the concerns that this incident is likely to cause, and I am aware that there are rumours circulating online – however, I would urge people not to speculate.
“We are following numerous lines of enquiry to establish what led to the victim’s death, and local residents will see an increased presence of police officers in the area while we investigate this incident.
“At this stage we do not believe there is a wider threat to anyone else however if you have concerns please do speak to a local officer.
“As part of our investigation, I am keen to hear from anyone who believes they may have witnessed the incident or seen anything unusual in Culcheth Linear Park at around 3pm.
“The same goes for anyone with any CCTV or dashcam footage which may aid our investigation.
“I urge anyone with any information – no matter how small – to get in touch.”
Anyone with information should call 101 quoting IML 1476832, alternatively reports can be made anonymously to Crimestoppers.