Body of boy, 15, found in Lincoln lake by police dive team after tragic disappearance
The body of the 15-year-old was found by police following reports of a boy getting into trouble in the water
Emergency services were called to the Swanholme Lakes nature reserve at 2.30pm on Sunday (May 24) afternoon
Police have issued a tragic update after searching for a 15-year-old boy who went missing after entering the water at Swanholme Lakes, Lincoln.
The body of Declan Sawyer was found by Lincolnshire Police’s dive team on Sunday evening, May 24.
Police were called to the area at 2.30pm in the afternoon, following reports of a boy getting into trouble in the water.
The force said: “Our thoughts are with his family and we send our condolences at this incredibly difficult time.
“This is such a sad incident that will no doubt also affect many of Declan’s friends and the local community as well.”
Police added that as half-term commences, they encourage anyone who needs support to seek help.
The spokesperson said: “As we are starting half-term week, we ask our community to make sure that anyone affected is looked after and that people are encouraged to seek help and support where they need it.
“Again, we respectfully ask that people do not speculate or share information that has not come from an official source as inaccurate information can be very upsetting to family and friends.”
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Emergency services, including the Under Water Search Team ᴀssisted with the search.
The are has been closed since the teenager went missing and the public were asked to avoid the area.
