Scene covered in touching tributes where Abbie Walton, 15, died in water

The scene where a 15-year-old girl died after being pulled from a river has been covered in touching tributes.

Abbie Walton tragically died after being pulled from the River Etherow near Hodge Lane, in Broadbottom in Tameside on Wednesday night (June 14). Emergency services descended on the scene following reports of a person in difficulty in the water.

Since her death, Abbie's loved ones have covered the scene with heartbreaking tributes for her. Pictures taken this morning showed dozens of bouquets of flowers placed by the side of the road.

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One message on a bunch of flowers read 'RIP to the most beautiful girl, rest easy my angel'. Another said 'From your YR10 girls. We all love and miss you. Forever 15 beautiful girl'.

Balloons have also been left at the scene, including a heart-shaped one with Abbie's name written on. The teenager attended Copley Academy in Stalybridge, with the school describing her death as 'tragic'.

In a message posted on social media on Thursday, the school said: "Copley Academy have been made aware of the tragic news that one of our students lost their life last night. We offer our deepest sympathy to all of those involved in this tragedy.

"Our hearts and thoughts go out to the families, loved ones, friends and local communities affected at this extremely sad time. Copley would like to offer our support and also the support of a specialist team."

In an update on Wednesday night, GMP said they were not treating Miss Walton's death as suspicious. They added that officers are continuing to support the family during this 'incredibly difficult time.'

Abbie's death came less than a year after another Copley Academy student