Tragedy as teenage boy dies after being pulled from the water

Scotman's Flash
-Credit: (Image: David Dixon)


A teenager has died after getting into difficulty in the water at a popular beauty spot.

The 15-year-old was spotted by staff at Scotman's Flash in Wigan at around 3pm on Saturday September 7. Emergency services were called and despite their best efforts the boy was later pronounced dead, the MEN reports.

Police have said they are supporting the boy's family and do not believe there are any suspicious circumstances.

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In a post on social media, Scotman's Flash also confirmed the tragic news, writing they are 'deeply saddened' by the incident.

"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."

The Wigan Flashes nature reserve is a network of seven subsidence flashes covering an area of approximately 620 acres; Scotsman's Flash, Pearson's Flash, Westwood Flash, Turner's Flash, Ochre Flash, Bryn Marsh and Horrocks' Flash.

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