A 16-year-old boy has died after being rescued from the River Nith in Dumfries. Emergency services were called to the Boathouse on Nith Avenue following a report that a boy had collapsed near the water.
Kenzie Carmichael, from Dumfries, was pulled from the river by emergency crews. Despite the efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police appeal for witnesses
Police Scotland have said they do not believe the incident was suspicious and are appealing for help to establish the full circumstances of his death.
Detective Inspector Scott Wilson said: "Kenzie's family and friends are devastated and it's vital we get them answers for how he died. We do not believe the circumstances of this incident are suspicious or that Kenzie, or anyone else present, had been playing within the river.
"I am appealing to anyone who was in the area of the Boathouse on Wednesday evening to contact us, no matter how insignificant you think your information may be, please do pass it on. It could be crucial in helping us establish the full circumstances of Kenzie's death."
Incident details
Police received a report at around 7.35pm on Wednesday, August 26, that a boy had collapsed near the Boathouse, Nith Avenue. Emergency services attended and the 16-year-old was removed from the water and pronounced dead at the scene.
A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 3297 of Wednesday, August 26.
