
Lost lass, 11, glimpsed frolicking in the River Thames. Have you spotted her?
A young girl, aged 11, was reported missing after she was spotted paddling in the River Thames on a day off from school by residents near the scene in East London. The incident took place close to Barge House Causeway, near London City Airport, at around 13:15 BST on Monday. The Metropolitan Police launched a search of the river with assistance from the HM Coastguard, RNLI, and LFB. Residents found belongings belonging to the girl near the river, leading to concerns about her safety. Witnesses mentioned that she was playing with other children near the water before she slipped and went under. The emergency response teams were initially dispatched, but were later stood down. The incident sparked a large-scale response from the authorities. The Barge House Causeway, where the incident occurred, is a concrete slope leading into the river and is known to be covered in moss, making it slippery. Residents in the area reported hearing children shouting and screaming before realizing what had happened. The search for the missing girl continues, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward.
rnli, london fire brigade, river thames, metropolitan police service, north woolwich
Wednesday 02nd Apr 2025