A 15-year-old girl from Tamworth has been remembered as a 'beautiful young dancer' following her tragic death earlier this week. The teenager, identified only as Madison, was reported missing on Wednesday, May 6, prompting a police search. It was later confirmed that a body had been found.
Community Mourns Loss
Dozens of heartbroken parents and community members have expressed their condolences to Madison's family. Sarah Edwards, MP for Tamworth, shared her sorrow on social media, stating: 'I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of local Tamworth girl, Madison. I know many residents will share in the shock and sadness at this devastating news. My thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Madison's family, friends, and fellow pupils at this incredibly difficult time.'
Police Statement
Staffordshire Police reported that a girl fell from a bridge near Weeford, close to Lichfield, at approximately 10:10 PM on Wednesday. Officers and paramedics provided treatment at the scene, but she died shortly afterward. Her death is not being treated as suspicious. A file is being prepared for the coroner, and a referral has been made to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) due to prior police contact with her.
Heartfelt Tributes
Friends and community members have paid emotional tributes. Pam Baker said: 'Such a beautiful young lady and a beautiful young dancer, Maddie, you will be so missed by everyone, and our thoughts are with your family and friends at this devastating time.' Meg Edrop added: 'Rest in eternal peace Maddi, sending my love to you and your entire family at such a heartbreaking time. Ethan will always remember the times you shared together.'
Another user, TurquoiseHeron2879, wrote: 'It's so heartbreaking, and so so sad made me cry, when my son told me about his class girl's death after the school today was driving in tears. My love & heart goes to Madison's family. Deepest condolences. big hugs. R.I.P. little Angel.' Jemma Moore commented: 'Everyone from school will miss u xx rest in peace.' Dave Marshall said: 'So sorry to hear about this. She was in the same year as my daughter at Rawlett. Thoughts and prayers to the family.'
Police Confirm Details
A Staffordshire Police spokesperson stated: 'We can sadly confirm a body has been found in the search for missing 15-year-old Madison, from Tamworth. Madison was reported missing yesterday (Wednesday, May 6). Officers were completing extensive searches when a girl fell from a bridge near Weeford at around 10:10 PM. Officers and paramedics treated her at the scene, but she sadly died a short while later. We are not treating the death as suspicious and a file will be prepared for HM Coroner. Madison's family have been informed and are being supported at this incredibly difficult time. A referral is being made to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) given the previous police contact with her.'
