A 15-year-old girl has gone missing in New York City after allegedly falling into the East River while retrieving her phone. Eyewitnesses reported her slipping on rocks near the Roosevelt Island Bridge just after noon. The New York Police and Fire Departments searched for her but had to suspend efforts due to unfavorable weather. They found several personal belongings at the site. Bystanders expressed shock at the incident, noting the notorious strength of the East River's currents, emphasizing the dangers of the area.
I'm in shock. This never happens here. Everyone knows the dangers that's on [the East River], that current. It's sad.
My friend told me [she saw] a little girl fall in. She saw her going over the railing. She hopped the fence, she slipped on the rocks.
I have never been in these waters, but I've heard that the current is pretty strong, especially around here. It's a sad situation, I really hope they find her.
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