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09/06/2015
Investigation Launched After Sudden Death Of Bangor Teenager
An investigation has been launched by the PSNI following the sudden death of a teenage girl in Bangor on Saturday.
16-year-old Gaenor Thompson was a pupil at Bangor Academy.
The police said a post-mortem is being carried out to determine the cause of her death.
The Principal of Bangor Academy Mattew Pitts said: "We are all deeply saddened by this loss but we are trying to keep the school environment as normal as possible. Our thoughts are with the family at this tragic time and the school community sends them sincerest sympathy and support.
"Your child may or may not wish to talk about it but is likely they may require extra support. School is providing a range of support and if you feel you need any help or guidance please contact us as soon as possible."
(CD)
16-year-old Gaenor Thompson was a pupil at Bangor Academy.
The police said a post-mortem is being carried out to determine the cause of her death.
The Principal of Bangor Academy Mattew Pitts said: "We are all deeply saddened by this loss but we are trying to keep the school environment as normal as possible. Our thoughts are with the family at this tragic time and the school community sends them sincerest sympathy and support.
"Your child may or may not wish to talk about it but is likely they may require extra support. School is providing a range of support and if you feel you need any help or guidance please contact us as soon as possible."
(CD)
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