Police have confirmed that a 14-year-old boy has died after entering the water at a dock in east London.
The Metropolitan Police said officers were called at approximately 6.48pm on Monday to reports that a boy had entered the Millwall Outer Dock near East Ferry Road on the Isle of Dogs.
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the boy was retrieved from the water at 10.30pm and pronounced dead. The boy's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.
Police urge water safety awareness
Detective Superintendent Oliver Richter said: "Our thoughts remain with the family and loved ones of this young boy at this incredibly difficult time."
He added: "As the warm weather continues, I would urge everyone to remember that open water can present serious dangers. Please only swim in designated areas and take the time to speak with children and young people about staying safe around water."
The death is being treated as unexpected but not suspicious, and inquiries are ongoing to prepare a report for the coroner.
Emergency services respond
London Fire Brigade Assistant Commissioner Patrick Goulbourne said: "Sadly, a teenager has drowned following an incident in Blackwall. Firefighters responded to reports of a teenager in the harbour and carried out a full search of the area. Sadly, despite the best efforts of emergency responders, the teenager was later found dead."
A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: "We were called at 6.52pm yesterday (3 August) to reports of a person in the water by East Ferry Road, E14. We sent ambulance crews, paramedics in fast response cars, an incident response officer and an advanced paramedic. Our crews assisted our emergency services partners at the scene but were later stood down."
