POLICE have launched a probe into the sudden and "unexplained" death of a teenage Ukrainian girl on a UK beach.
The 14-year-old passed away in unknown circumstances in Dawlish, Devon on the evening of March 4.
Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed their investigation into the death and appealed for information.
Detective Inspector Becky Davies said: "We were called on the evening of Saturday 4 March with reports of a 14-year-old girl missing from the Dawlish area.
"Localised searches took place with support from the police helicopter and coastguard and an unconscious person was found on Dawlish Beach.
"She was subsequently airlifted to the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital where she later sadly died. Formal identification has taken place and next of kin have been informed."
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DI Davies added: "The deceased girl was a Ukrainian national who was living in the Dawlish area; contact has been made with the Ukrainian Embassy and The Home Office are also aware of this incident.
"This death is currently being treated as unexplained and enquiries continue as to the circumstances surrounding this death.
"Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the teenage girl at this tragic time."
Anyone with information about the tragedy is encouraged ton contact the force on 101, quoting reference 50230052081.
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Those who wish to make an anonymous report can contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The Ukrainian Embassy have been contacted for comment.
The Home Office declined to comment.
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