A teenager has died at Greenbooth Reservoir
Date published: 19 June 2017
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Greenbooth Reservoir
A teenager died at Greenbooth Reservoir on Monday evening.
Police were called at around 5.55pm and officers, paramedics and the fire service quickly responded with underwater search teams to examine the area.
Sadly, officers discovered the body of the teenage boy.
The boy's family are aware and are being supported by specially trained officers at this difficult time.
Detective Chief Inspector John Harris of GMP’s Rochdale Borough, said: “My sincerest condolences are with the boy’s family at hearing this heart-wrenching news.
“We are working closely with our partners and witnesses to the incident to understand the circumstances.”
Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting reference number 1911 of 19/06/17 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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