A 15-year-old boy has been found dead after getting into difficulty in the water at Clifton Country Park in Swinton, Greater Manchester. Emergency services launched a major search following reports that the teenager had got into trouble in the water at around 4.50pm on Saturday.
Body Recovered by Underwater Search Unit
Greater Manchester Police confirmed on Monday that a body had been recovered from the water by the North West Under Water Search and Marine Unit. Formal identification has yet to take place, but specialist officers are supporting the boy's family.
Water Safety Campaign Launched
The Mirror has launched the 'Save Lives For Sam' water safety campaign to address the UK's growing drowning crisis. Backed by MPs, Olympic champions, national water safety organisations, and bereaved families, the campaign is calling for urgent action to make waters safer.
Key demands include compulsory water safety lessons in schools, a nationwide public awareness campaign, better lifesaving equipment at high-risk waterways, the introduction of Sam's Law, and a dedicated Minister for Water Safety.
Police Warning Amid Hot Weather
Police have issued a hot weather warning, urging the public to take extra care near water during the warm spell. The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers of open water swimming.
