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Police Hunt Teenager Near River Taw
16 May
Summary
- A major search operation is underway for missing 14-year-old Taylor Charlton.
- The search is concentrating on the River Taw area in Barnstaple, Devon.
- A pair of shoes believed to belong to the teenager were discovered.
A significant search operation is currently underway in Barnstaple, Devon, for 14-year-old Taylor Charlton, who has been missing since May 8th. The search efforts are concentrated around the River Taw, involving a collaborative response from Devon and Cornwall Police, fire services, the RNLI, and HM Coastguard. Authorities have located a pair of shoes that are believed to belong to Taylor.
Taylor was last seen near a local Tesco store at approximately 22:40 BST on May 8th. Police initially stated he might have entered the water. He is described as 5ft 8in, muscular, with dark brown hair and a moustache, last seen wearing a bright blue top, jeans, and blue Nike shoes. He was reported missing on the evening of May 9th.
Police are appealing for public assistance but caution individuals against unnecessary risks, such as entering unsafe areas or going near the riverbanks. They have expressed gratitude for the community's support while requesting that speculation on social media be avoided, as unconfirmed information can hinder the investigation. The force continues to explore all available lines of inquiry.
