Police searching for a missing 16-year-old boy thought to have fallen in a river have found a body.
A huge search operation was launched on Monday night after concerns were raised the boy may have fallen into the River Weaver near Frodsham, in Cheshire.
The body was recovered from the river at around 11.30am today.
Police say the death appears to be a 'tragic accident'.
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Formal identification has not yet taken place, but it is believed to be that of the missing boy.
The teenager’s parents have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Supt Alexander McMillan, from Cheshire Constabulary said: "This appears to be a tragic accident and our thoughts are with the boy’s family at this difficult time."
Anyone with any information is asked to call Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 1041072.
