Detectives are appealing for information after a teenage girl was found dead at a park in Warrington.

Police and paramedics attended after being called to Culcheth Linear Park at 3.13pm yesterday (February 11) after reports of a woman with serious injuries.

The woman, believed to be a teenager, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Her next of kin have been informed however formal identification is yet to take place.

Residents reported large numbers of emergency services personnel in the area, and a crime scene operation is currently taking place.

Police do not believe there is a wider threat to anyone else, but say anyone with concerns should speak to a local police officer. 

Detective Chief Inspector, Adam Waller, said: “I understand the concerns that this incident is likely to cause, and I am aware that there are rumours circulating online – however, I would urge people not to speculate.

“We are following numerous lines of enquiry to establish what led to the victim’s death, and local residents will see an increased presence of police officers in the area while we investigate this incident.

“At this stage we do not believe there is a wider threat to anyone else however if you have concerns please do speak to a local officer.

“As part of our investigation, I am keen to hear from anyone who believes they may have witnessed the incident or seen anything unusual in Culcheth Linear Park at around 3pm.

“The same goes for anyone with any CCTV or dashcam footage which may aid our investigation.

“I urge anyone with any information – no matter how small – to get in touch.”

Information can be reported online via the Cheshire Police website or by calling 101, quoting IML 1476832.

Information can also be reported anonymously, via Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.