- West Mercia Police have launched an investigation following the discovery of the body of an 11-year-old girl in Elmley Castle, Worcestershire.
- The young girl was initially reported missing at approximately 11.20pm on Sunday 4 October before her body was located in a park near the local cricket ground.
- Authorities are currently treating the child's death as “unexplained” while active enquiries remain ongoing to establish the exact circumstances.
- Specially trained officers are providing dedicated support to the girl's family, who have been formally notified.
- Local residents in Elmley Castle have been advised to expect an increased police presence in the area as officers carry out ongoing enquiries.
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Missing girl, 11, found dead in Worcestershire park as police launch investigation
