Police launch inquiry after teenage boy (16) dies after entering Leeds Liverpool Canal at Empire Way in Burnley
A teenage boy has died after entering the Leeds Liverpool canal in Burnley yesterday.
Emergency services were called to Empire Way at 4.20pm yesterday and a search was undertaken of the canal and surrounding area.
Sadly at approximately 7.17pm, a body was recovered from the water.
In a statement issued by Lancashire Police a spokesman said: “A 16-year-old boy was pronounced deceased at the scene and our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this distressing time.
“Our inquiries are continuing.”