A police search for a missing teenage girl has ended in tragedy after officers located a body believed to be that of May, a 14-year-old from Weymouth.
The teenager was reported missing on Wednesday, 18 June 2025, sparking a widespread community and police effort to locate her. Dorset Police have now confirmed that a body has been found during the search operation.
“Formal identification has not yet taken place, but the body is believed to be that of May, 14,” a police spokesperson said. “Her family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.”
Police Appeal for Privacy
Dorset Police are asking the public and media to respect the family’s privacy while investigations continue.
Anyone with additional information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact Dorset Police via 101 or submit details online at www.dorset.police.uk.
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