Leader of Croydon Council urges public to 'remain calm'

Our thoughts and sympathy are with Tia's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

The last week has been extremely traumatic for everyone involved and the outcome of events is a deep tragedy for all of us.

I do however want to say a personal thank you to everyone from the community who rallied round to help in the search.

Their efforts and compassion are to be commended and I would now urge people to remain calm as the priority has to be for the police to be allowed to continue their investigations.