Cleethorpes: Girl, 15, dies after being pulled from sea - police

Rescuers conducted a search off Cleethorpes beach on Saturday

A 15-year-old girl has died after being pulled from the sea at Cleethorpes beach, police have confirmed.

Humberside Police said the girl and a boy, also 15, were airlifted to hospital at about 19:30 BST on Saturday.

The boy received treatment but was later discharged, the force said.

Both children had been reported missing at about 14:00 BST, prompting a search that involved an HM Coastguard helicopter and RNLI lifeboat.

Flowers have been left at the scene of Saturday's tragedy

Flowers and tributes to the girl have been left at the scene.

Police said the girl would not be officially named, at the request of her family.

Det Insp Nathan Reuben said: "Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with the family at this incredibly difficult time. We ask that they are given the time and space to process this tragic news. The family is being supported by specially trained officers.

"We are working together with all the relevant agencies, including Humberside Fire and Rescue and the coastguard, to fully understand the circumstances of the tragic accident."

Rescuers conducted a search off Cleethorpes beach on Saturday

An HM Coastguard spokesperson said a lifeboat was launched at 16:00 and found the pair "some way" to sea.

They said it had been a very difficult day for everyone involved.

Earlier, police thanked the public for helping with the search.