Teenager dies after entering water at Lincoln lake

A 15-year-old boy, Declan Sawyer, has died after entering the water at Swanholme Lakes in Lincoln on Sunday afternoon. His body was recovered by Lincolnshire Police’s dive team following a search operation that began after emergency services were called to the scene at 2:30 p.m.

Officers, supported by an underwater search team and specialist divers, searched the lake after reports that the teenager had got into difficulty in the water. The force confirmed the discovery on Sunday evening and, with the family’s agreement, identified the boy as Declan Sawyer.

“Our thoughts are with his family and we send our condolences at this incredibly difficult time,” a police spokesperson said. “This is such a sad incident that will no doubt also affect many of Declan’s friends and the local community as well.”

The police noted that the incident comes as half term begins for many schools in the area. The force urged the community to look after anyone affected and to seek help and support where needed. “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,” the...