Body found in search for missing Doncaster teenager, South Yorkshire Police confirm

A body has been discovered in a police search for a missing teenager from Doncaster, South Yorkshire Police says.
By Susie Beever
Published 10th Aug 2021, 17:04 BST
Updated 12th Aug 2021, 09:25 BST
Elmfield Park, in the Hyde Park area of DoncasterElmfield Park, in the Hyde Park area of Doncaster
Elmfield Park, in the Hyde Park area of Doncaster

Angelica Szafran, 15, was reported missing after she was last seen in the Hyde Park area of the town on Monday night.

The force today released a brief statement confirming that a body has been found which was believed to be that of the missing teenager.

Her death is not believed to be suspicious, officers said.

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A spokeswoman for the force said: "Officers searching for missing teenager Angelica have today found a body.

"Formal ID is yet to take place but it is believed to be Angelica. Her family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers at this time.

"The death is not being treated as suspicious."

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