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Body of schoolgirl, 11, found in Scottish woodland river after search operation
Police said the 11-year-old was found in Gore Water after a search, and officers are working to establish the full circumstances.
- On Thursday, August 6, an 11-year-old girl was found dead in the Gore Water near Shank Bridge in Gore Glen Woodland Park, Midlothian. Police Scotland is treating the death as unexplained.
- Emergency services launched a search operation in the Gore Glen area after receiving reports of concern for the girl at 12.40pm on Thursday, August 6. Officers arrived at the scene shortly after the initial call.
- The Scottish Ambulance Service dispatched two ambulances and a critical care paramedic at 2.33pm on Thursday. Scottish Fire and Rescue Service personnel arrived at 4.29pm to "support emergency service partners."
- Police Scotland maintains a cordon around paths beneath Shank Bridge while investigations continue. Midlothian North MSP Colin Beattie urged the public to "respect the privacy of the family and their loved ones at this extremely difficult time."
- Authorities have not yet determined a cause of death for the girl, with inquiries ongoing. Flowers left at Shank Bridge railings reflect the community's response to the incident at the Gorebridge beauty spot.
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The body of an 11-year-old girl has been found in Gore Water, Scotland. Police are treating the death as unexplained and the investigation is ongoing.
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