Police found the body of the 15-year-old missing teenager in the lake. UK | news

Police have issued a tragic update as they search for a 15-year-old boy who went missing after entering the water at Swanholme Lake in Lincoln.

A Lincolnshire Police dive team discovered Declan Sawyer’s body on Sunday evening, 24 May.

Officers were called to the scene at 2.30pm after reports of a boy trapped in the water.

The force said, “Our thoughts are with his family and we offer our condolences at this incredibly difficult time.

“This is such a tragic incident which will undoubtedly affect Declan’s many friends and the local community as well.”

Officials said with the start of half term, they urge anyone requiring assistance to reach out for help.

The spokesperson said: “As we start half-term week, we ask our community to ensure that anyone affected is looked after and encourage people to seek help and support where they need it.

“Again, we respectfully ask that people not speculate about or share information that has not come from an official source, as inaccurate information can be very distressing to family and friends.”

Emergency services including an underwater search team assisted in the operation.

The area has been closed since the teen’s disappearance and the public has been urged to avoid the area.