Heartbreak as body found in search for missing Seesha Dack

Police have sadly found a body in the search for missing teenager

Seesha Dack, 15, was reported missing on Sunday, August 30, after last being seen near the Fish Quay, North Shields.

Officers have this evening (September 1) sadly found the body of a female near Tanners Bank, North Shields.

Formal identification is yet to take place but police believe the body is that of Seesha Dack.

Superintendent Barrie Joisce said: “This is an extremely sad conclusion to an extensive investigation.

“Specialist officers are currently supporting Seesha’s family during this incredibly difficult time and our thoughts are with them.

“We will continue to carry out enquiries to establish the circumstances around the death but at this stage we do not believe there to be any third party involvement.”

Tributes have flooded in on social media as police thank the thousands who helped with the search.

A report will be prepared for the coroner.

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