Body Found in Lake Near Bluewater Shopping Centre
A woman’s body has been found in a lake close to Dartford’s Bluewater Shopping Centre. Police confirm the family of missing Kent mum Taiwo Balogun has been informed.
The Bexley division of the Metropolitan Police tweeted, “A woman’s body was recovered from a lake near Bluewater Shopping Centre on Friday, December 30.” Formal identification is pending, but it’s believed to be Taiwo Balogun.
Police added, “Her death was unexpected but not suspicious. Our hearts go out to Taiwo’s family.”
Who Was Taiwo Balogun?
Taiwo Balogun, 53, from Bexley, south London, had been missing since December 1. She was last spotted at about 2.27pm in a shop on Crayford Road, Dartford, near the junction with 1 Road.
The Met Police described her as vulnerable and at risk of harming herself. Her family voiced their fears in a statement, saying:
“We are very concerned about our mother. She is adored and a huge part of our lives.”
“All we want is for our mother to be safe and well at home with us. Could you please contact the police if you have seen her or know where she is? Any information could aid in her capture.”
What Was Taiwo Wearing?
- Black jacket with vertical stripes down the arms
- Dark trousers
- Black and white trainers
- Carrying an orange carrier bag
Taiwo stands 5ft 9ins tall.
