Body found in search for teenage swimmer in lake
Summary
Police found the body of a 15-year-old boy who went missing after swimming in Testwood Lakes nature reserve in Hampshire. The boy's family has been told, and the area remains closed as the investigation continues.Key Facts
- A 15-year-old boy went missing while swimming at Testwood Lakes near Totton, Hampshire.
- Police began searching on Wednesday, using marine units.
- The boy’s body was recovered and formally identified.
- The nature reserve was evacuated and remains closed.
- The incident happened on a very hot day, with temperatures reaching 36°C and an extreme heat warning.
- The reserve is owned by Southern Water and managed by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust.
- Several water-related deaths have occurred in the UK during this summer’s hot weather, including other drownings in rivers and seas.
- Authorities urge people to avoid swimming in dangerous water conditions during the heatwave.
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