‘She had a smile that could light up any room’ – Family pay tribute to 15-year-old Seesha Dack

The 15-year-old was reported missing on Sunday, August 30 after last being seen by her group of friends in the Fish Quay area at around 7pm.

Northumbria Police launched an investigation to locate her, with her image widely shared on social media by concerned members of the public.

Tragically, on the evening of Tuesday, September 1, officers found the body of a female near Tanners Bank which has since been formally identified as Seesha.

Her family have released a tribute to their much loved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece and friend, saying she can never be replaced.

The statement said: “We are beyond devastated by the loss of our daughter and sister Seesha.

“Seesha was a loving, funny, bubbly and humble girl with a smile that could light up any room. Her personality was precious and can never be replaced.

“She always went out of her way for other people, even going so far as to take food from home to give to a homeless man that she saw regularly.

“Even though it wasn’t the news that we were hoping for, we would like to thank everyone from the community and beyond for all their help while we were looking for her.”

Northumbria Police are continuing to support the family.

Officers believe there was no third party involvement and a report is now being prepared for the coroner.

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