A school has paid an emotional tribute to one of its students after her body was discovered in an area of woodland.
A major police investigation was launched after Imogen Tothill, 17, went missing on February 8, which officers described as 'out of character'.
Cops confirmed that the search had been called off after Imogen, from Holmes Chapel, was found dead in a wooded area in Cheshire on February 9, Stoke-on-Trent Live reports.
Homles Chapel Comprehensive School and Sixth Form College states that its "thoughts and prayers" are with the family and friends of student Imogen, who was described as a "much-loved and respected" student.
The statement read: "It is with great regret and sadness that I have to inform you that police have now confirmed that the body of Imogen Tothill was found earlier today.
"They tell us that Imogen was found in a wooded area near Ravenscroft and that her death is not believed to be suspicious. They have also told us that specialist officers are supporting Imogen’s family.
"This is obviously the most tragic news, Imogen was a much loved and respected member of our school community and her loss will be felt by so many students and teachers.
"Our most heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Imogen’s family and friends. We will offer whatever help and support possible.
"Anyone who wishes to leave floral tributes in memory of Imogen are welcome to do so outside of the main school reception."
Cheshire Police had issued a missing person's appeal after Imogen failed to return to her Holmes Chapel home this week.
Officers have since confirmed the death is not being treated as suspicious.
A case file will now be presented to the coroner's court.
In a statement Cheshire Police said: "Officers searching for a missing teenage girl from Holmes Chapel have sadly found a body.
"The body was discovered in a wooded area near to Ravenscroft earlier today, Wednesday, February 9.
"Formal identification has not yet taken place, but it is believed to be that of missing teenager Imogen Tothill.
"Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
"Her death is not believed to be suspicious and a case file will be prepared for the coroner. Our thoughts are with Imogen’s family at this difficult time."
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