The body was found in the Duffryn Park area of Blaina, Wales, at around 10pm on Monday.

11:56, Tue, Jun 23, 2026 Updated: 11:57, Tue, Jun 23, 2026

Lilly's family have been informed about the discovery

Lilly's family have been informed about the discovery (Image: .)

A murder investigation has been launched after the body of a female was found in a park.

The body was found in the Duffryn Park area of Blaina, Wales, at around 10pm on Monday.

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Police have confirmed the family of Lilly, aged 14, who had been reported as missing to Gwent Police has been informed, however, formal identification has yet to take place.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Steven Thomas, said: "We understand that this will cause distress and concern amongst our communities.

"We have a large police presence in the area at this time as enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the death. Our officers are here and available for you to speak to.

"We encourage anyone with information to please speak with us or you can contact us on the usual channels."

Officers are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. You can contact police on 101, quoting 2600197059, you can send a direct message on Facebook or X, or online: https://www.gwent.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us-beta/contact-us/

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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