Missing Barnstaple Teen Feared to Have Entered River Taw After Shoes Found
Missing Barnstaple Teen Feared Dead in River Taw

Police investigating the disappearance of a teenager from Barnstaple have stated that they believe he may have entered a river after a pair of shoes thought to belong to him were discovered on the bank.

Search for Taylor Charlton

Taylor Charlton, aged 14, was last seen on May 8 in the Devon town of Barnstaple. Extensive searches have been conducted in the area to locate the missing boy. Investigators now believe that Taylor entered the River Taw, based on evidence including the found footwear.

The development comes as the teenager remains missing for 13 days. Police have not released further details about the search efforts, but they continue to appeal for information from the public.

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