Family Pays Tribute to 11-Year-Old Girl Found Dead in Midlothian

The family of an 11-year-old girl has paid tribute to her after she was found dead in a body of water at a popular beauty spot in Midlothian. Faith Curran was discovered in the Gore Water near Shank Bridge in Gore Glen Woodland Park, near Gorebridge, on the afternoon of Thursday, August 6, 2026.

Faith was reported missing by her family in the area at approximately 12:40 p.m. that day, prompting a search operation. Her body was found in the water at around 4:25 p.m. and she was pronounced dead at the scene. Police Scotland confirmed her family has been informed.

In a statement issued through Police Scotland, Faith's family described her as a "happy, adventurous, and outgoing girl who enjoyed life." They also expressed their gratitude to everyone who assisted in the search for Faith and thanked them for their support and kindness during this difficult time. The family has asked for their privacy to be respected.

Police Scotland stated that Faith's death is being treated as unexplained, but there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal in due course as part of standard procedure. Inquiries are ongoing to establish the...