A 13-year-old boy has died
A statement from Detective Inspector Abi Biddle of the South Wales Police:
“At 4.45pm today, Tuesday 21 June, a report was received from children on the River Taff near Forest Farm Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff and a child was missing.
“The police, firefighters, ambulance, coastguard and police helicopter have carried out an extensive search.
“The missing 13-year-old boy was located in the river at around 5.45pm and, despite the efforts of the emergency services, he could not be resuscitated.
“The boy’s family has been informed and is receiving support at this time.
“HM Coroner has been informed and an investigation into the circumstances of the incident is ongoing.”