Police probe Snapchat messages after tragic death of girl, 12 – Manchester Evening News

Manchester Evening News Icon News Greater Manchester News Courts Charlie Lea was found dead at her home South Manchester Coroners’ Court (Image: MEN Media) Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 12-year-old child at her home. Charlie Lea, whose legal name was Amy but was known to her loved ones and referred to in court as Charlie, was found dead at her home on January 18 2025. A hearing at South Manchester Coroners’ Court on June 23 heard that Greater Manchester Police are still investigating the circumstances around Charlie’s death. Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE Appearing in court, Detective Chief Inspector Lisa Devitt told the court: “We are just finalising some enquiries on the Snapchat communication and the last communication that she had.” The Detective Chief Inspector explained that this was to “rule out any offences” and that it would take around four weeks to “finalise.” Speaking to Charlie’s mum and step-dad in court, Area Coroner Chris Morris said: “This has come as a massive shock to you, very unexpected and without warning.” He said “the circumstances of this tragedy coming so out of the blue.” He added: “I am really sorry that we
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