A teenager’s body was found in the water near a reservoir in Greater Manchester. Greater Manchester Police responded to a call regarding a 15-year-old boy in distress at Cowbury Reservoir in Stalybridge. The authorities were notified around 6:30pm, with the Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service also present.
Tragically, the boy’s body was discovered in the water later that day. The police have confirmed his identity and informed his family. Detectives believe there are no suspicious circumstances and are preparing a report for the coroner.
In light of this incident, the police have cautioned the public against swimming in reservoirs, rivers, canals, or ponds during hot weather. Chief Inspector Helen Baxter expressed condolences to the boy’s family and stressed the dangers of entering open water.
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