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22:17 21/06/2022
South Wales Police can confirm a 13-year-old boy has died.
This follows a search of the River Taff at Whitchurch, Cardiff, earlier this evening.
A statement from Detective Inspector Abi Biddle:“An extensive search was carried out by police, fire, ambulance, coastguard and the police helicopter.
“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.
“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.”