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Peter Bodkin and Samantha Lock

Body found in manhunt over 'heartbreaking' school death

Lilie James, 21, was described by her family as vibrant, outgoing, and very much loved. (HANDOUT/NSW POLICE)

The family of a young water polo coach who was found dead with horrific head injuries at an elite Sydney private school say they are devastated and heartbroken by their loss.

The statement from loved ones of 21-year-old Lilie James came as police worked on Friday to retrieve a body that could belong to her colleague Paul Thijssen, who has been missing since her brutal killing.

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