Search Continues for 11-Year-Old Girl Who Fell into River Thames

Emergency services launched a major rescue operation after the girl entered the river near Woolwich Ferry, with police now leading ongoing efforts.

An 11-year-old girl fell into the River Thames near Woolwich Ferry in East London at approximately 1:15 PM on March 31, 2025.
A large-scale rescue operation was initiated, involving the Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, RNLI, HM Coastguard, and London Ambulance Service.
Drones, helicopters, and a fire boat were deployed to systematically search the area for the missing girl.
The London Fire Brigade concluded its search efforts at 3:49 PM, leaving the Metropolitan Police to continue leading the operation.
The girl's family has been informed and is being supported by police officers as the search remains ongoing.