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Boy, 13, found dead in River Taff after major search operation
Boy had been with other children in the river in Whitchurch, Cardiff, when he went missing

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South Wales police confirmed the boy’s death and an investigation has been launched. Photograph: Britpix/Alamy
PA Media
Wed 22 Jun 2022 09.58 BST
The body of a 13-year-old boy has been found in the River Taff after a major search operation.

South Wales police confirmed the boy’s death after an extensive search involving police, fire crews, ambulance officers, coastguards and a police helicopter.

Det Insp Abi Biddle said the boy had been with other children in the river near Forest Farm Road in Whitchurch, Cardiff, before he went missing shortly before 5pm.

“The missing 13-year-old boy was located in the river at around 5.45pm and, despite the efforts of the emergency services, he was unable to be resuscitated,” Biddle said.

“The boy’s family has been informed and are being supported at this time. “HM coroner has been informed and an investigation into the circumstances of the incident is ongoing.”