Devon and Cornwall Police have confirmed that a murder arrest has been made as part of their ongoing investigation into the disappearance of 15-year-old Taylor Charlton. The teenager was last seen on the night of Friday, 8 May, in the Barnstaple area, sparking an extensive search and public appeal for information.
Details surrounding the individual arrested have not yet been released by the authorities, who continue to appeal for any information that could assist their inquiry. The development marks a significant and concerning turn in the case, which has seen local communities in Devon rally to support the search efforts for the missing boy.
Taylor Charlton's family and friends have been actively involved in raising awareness since his disappearance, sharing appeals across social media platforms. The police had previously stated that they were growing increasingly concerned for Taylor's welfare, given the length of time he had been missing and his age.
Specialist search teams have been deployed in various locations around Barnstaple over recent days, following up on potential sightings and intelligence. While an arrest has been made, the primary objective remains locating Taylor, and the police have reiterated their request for anyone with relevant information to come forward.
The force has urged anyone who may have seen Taylor or has knowledge of his whereabouts to contact them immediately. This could include residents who may have doorbell camera footage or dashcam recordings from the Barnstaple area on the night of his disappearance.