AN investigation has been launched after a girl aged 11 was found dead in a park.
The girl was initially reported missing at around 11.20pm yesterday evening (Sunday) before later being found dead in a park near Elmley Castle cricket ground.
Her death is being treated as unexplained.
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A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: “An investigation has been launched after the body of an 11-year-old girl was found in Elmley Castle, Worcestershire.
“Her family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding her death, which at this stage is being treated as unexplained.
“People living in Elmley Castle will see an increased police presence in the area while officers carry out their enquiries.”
