14-Year-Old Dies After Entering Water at Millwall Dock

A 14-year-old boy died after entering the water at Millwall Outer Dock in east London on Monday evening, August 3, 2026, prompting renewed safety warnings about the dangers of swimming in open water during hot weather. Emergency services recovered the teenager's body following a large-scale search, and police are treating the death as unexpected but not suspicious.

According to authorities, emergency services were called to the dock near East Ferry Road on the Isle of Dogs shortly before 7 p.m. after reports that a boy had entered the water and failed to resurface. The Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, and London Ambulance Service conducted a search, recovering the boy's body at approximately 10:30 p.m. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have informed the boy's next of kin, who are receiving support.

Detective Superintendent Oliver Richter expressed condolences to the family and urged caution as warm weather continues. He advised the public to swim only in designated areas and to discuss water safety with young people. London Fire Brigade Assistant Commissioner Patrick Goulbourne confirmed that firefighters carried out a full search of the area following the...