Boy, 15, dies after getting into trouble in water at beauty spot
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A 15-year-old boy has died after getting into trouble in the water at a beauty spot.
Emergency services including the police rushed to Scotman's Flash in Wigan at around 3pm on Saturday afternoon after reports the child was in difficulty.
Members of the public attempted to rescue the boy, who ahs not been named, but he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Greater Manchester Police has said it does not believe there are any suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and the boy's family is being supported at this time.
In a post on social media, Scotman's Flash also confirmed the tragic news, writing they are 'deeply saddened' by the incident.
The boy was pulled from the water after getting into trouble at Scotman's Flash on Saturday afternoon
'Our staff noticed the young man in the water and attempted to save him but were sadly unable to,' the post continued.
'We'd like to thank them for their courage and determination.
'Our thoughts are with the young man's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.'
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: 'At around 3pm yesterday (Saturday 7 September 2024), officers were called over concerns for a 15-year-old male in the water at Scotman's Flash, Wigan.
'He was recovered from the water by members of the public but sadly, he passed away despite the best efforts of emergency services.
'There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances and his family are being supported by specialist officers at this time.'
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