Police are conducting a search operation at Clifton Country Park in Salford following reports of a teenage boy in difficulty in the water on Saturday evening. Specialist police drivers and a drone are being used in the search on Sunday morning. A large area near a bridge crossing over the River Irwell has been cordoned off.
Incident Details
According to reports, a teenage boy entered the water along with other youngsters. A teenage girl was pulled out of the River Irwell by friends; she is unhurt but traumatised. Another boy who entered the water managed to get out himself. The incident occurred near a stretch of sand by a bridge at the park.
The Manchester Evening News has contacted Greater Manchester Police for further information. This is a breaking news story, and updates will be provided as they become available.
