Police Treat 11-Year-Old's Death as Unexplained After Body Found in Worcestershire Park
West Mercia Police are investigating the death of an 11-year-old girl whose body was discovered in a park near Elmley Castle, Worcestershire. The police have stated that the death is being treated as unexplained.
According to BBC UK, police are investigating the death of an 11-year-old girl after her body was located in a park close to the cricket ground in Elmley Castle, which is near Evesham. The girl was reported missing at approximately 23:20 BST on Sunday. A spokesperson for West Mercia Police confirmed that inquiries into the events leading to her death are currently underway.
West Mercia Police informed local residents that there would be an increased police presence in the area as the investigation proceeds. The small village, about four miles from Pershore, has a population of about 500, according to the parish council. The force also mentioned that specially trained officers are providing support to the girl's family.
Ch Insp Daniel Pilkington stated that the death was