Tributes paid as body found in woods confirmed to be missing girl, 17

Devastated friend says ‘I knew this day would come’ as body found in woods is confirmed to be missing Imogen Tothill, 17

  • The body of Imogen Tothill, 17, was found in a wooded area near Ravenscroft
  • She had been missing for a day after failing to return home to Holmes Chapel
  • Tributes poured in from friends and her school after her death was confirmed

Tributes have been paid to a teen whose body has been found after going missing on Tuesday.

Chester Police confirmed that a body found in a wooded area near Ravenscroft yesterday was that of missing teenager Imogen Tothill, 17.

Ms Tothill, from Holmes Chapel, was reported missing on February 8 after she failed to return home, which was said to be ‘totally out of character for her’ by police.

A statement from Holmes Chapel Comprehensive & Sixth Form, which Ms Tothill attended, said: ‘This is obviously the most tragic news.

Ms Tothill, from Holmes Chapel, was reported missing on February 8 after she failed to return home

Chester Police confirmed that a body found in a wooded area near Ravenscroft yesterday was that of the missing teenager

‘Imogen was a much-loved and respected member of our school community and her loss will be felt by so many students and teachers.

‘Our most heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Imogen’s family and friends. We will offer whatever help and support possible.’Anyone who wishes to leave floral tributes in memory of Imogen are welcome to do so outside of the main school reception.’

Imogen’s friends posted messages on social media in reaction to the tragic news.

One commented: ‘I knew this day would come… I just wish it wasn’t so soon’. The woman later described Ms Tothill as like a sister. 

Imogen’s friends posted messages on social media in reaction to the tragic news

She added: ‘When I said you deserve the world, I meant you were the world to me, and I would give it all away for you.

‘You had so much to give and so little time to show everyone.’ 

Others have paid their respects on TikTok.

One wrote: ‘Rest in peace beautiful girl.’

Another said: ‘RIP. She was actually so beautiful and didn’t deserve it.’ 

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