Boy, 13, dies after swimming in reservoir near Halifax

A 13-year-old boy named Reco Puttock died after swimming in a reservoir near Halifax, England. Police confirmed the death occurred on Monday. The incident has left the community in mourning.

A 13-year-old boy, Reco Puttock, died after getting into difficulty while swimming in a reservoir near Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, on Monday, according to local police.

Authorities confirmed the boy's death following what is believed to have been a tragic swimming accident at the reservoir. The incident has prompted an outpouring of grief from the local community, with those close to the family describing their loss as causing "unimaginable grief".

Police have urged the public to exercise caution around open water, particularly reservoirs, which can pose serious and hidden dangers even for strong swimmers. Cold water shock, hidden currents, and steep underwater ledges are among the hazards commonly associated with reservoir swimming.

The death of Reco Puttock is a stark reminder of the dangers of open water swimming, particularly in reservoirs that are not designated for recreational use. Authorities regularly warn that such bodies of water can be deceptively dangerous, regardless of weather conditions or the swimmer's ability.