Teenage girl dies after getting into difficulty in water in Tameside

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed a teenage girl has died after searches in water near Hodge Lane, Broadbottom.

Officers say they were called to reports of a person getting into difficulty in the water yesterday (Wednesday 14 June) at around 7:50pm and attended with emergency service colleagues from the fire and ambulance services.

A 15-year-old girl was pulled from the water, but despite the best efforts of the medical team, she died.

Police say enquiries are ongoing, but detectives are confident there aren’t any suspicious circumstances. A file is being prepared for the coroner.

Detective Superintendent Rebecca Boyce said: “Yesterday evening’s events are nothing short of devasting and my deepest sympathies are with the loved ones of the girl who lost her life in such awful circumstances.

“Officers will continue to support the family during this incredibly difficult time.”

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• Tameside
• Greater Manchester
• GMP