A 13-year-old girl has died after getting into difficulty in the North Sea off the coast of North Tyneside, police have said.
Police were called to the beach at Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, at about 5pm on Thursday, after receiving reports that a teenager was in danger in the water.
Emergency services rescued Edie Smart from the sea. She was taken to hospital, where she died on Monday.
Detective Chief Inspector Emma Smith, of Northumbria Police, said: “This is an extremely tragic incident and our deepest condolences go to Edie’s family and friends.
“Our specially trained officers will continue to provide them with the support they need at this time.
“We ask that their privacy be respected as they begin to come to terms with the loss of their loved one.”
(PA) Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
