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Tragic Discovery: Girl, 7, Found Dead at Golf Course
1 Apr
Summary
- A seven-year-old girl was found deceased in a golf course pond.
- Her father described her as his 'best friend' and 'amazing daughter'.
- A fundraiser is supporting the family with funeral costs.
A devastating search operation concluded tragically with the discovery of seven-year-old Nyla May Bradshaw in a pond at Owston Hall golf course, Doncaster. The young girl had been reported missing on Monday, March 30th. Police resources, including drones and aircraft, were utilized extensively in the effort to locate her.
Nyla's father, Kieran Bradshaw, shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook, remembering his daughter as his "best friend" and an "amazing daughter." He expressed profound grief and loneliness, reflecting on their shared moments and Nyla's bright outlook on life.
A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to support the family with funeral costs. The fundraiser highlights Nyla's status as a "deeply loved little girl," noting she was autistic and non-verbal. It states she drowned while not under parental care, leaving her family to face immense pain and the responsibility of arrangements.
South Yorkshire Police confirmed their response to the incident on Monday, March 30th, after a report of a missing child in the Skellow area. Despite emergency services' best efforts, Nyla was pronounced deceased. The police expressed their deepest condolences to the family, who are receiving support.
