Tragedy as boy, 17, found dead after desperate search at Lake District beauty spot

Tragedy as boy, 17, found dead after desperate search at Lake District beauty spotA body has been found in the search for a 17-year-old boy who was seen getting into difficulty at High Dam Tarn near Windermere in Cumbria’s Lake DistrictCommentsNewsEliana Nunes News Reporter09:24, 08 Apr 2026Updated 09:40, 08 Apr 2026View ImageThe boy disappeared after getting into difficulty at High Dam Tarn near Windermere(Image: Google Maps)A body has been recovered in the search for a 17-year-old boy who was reported missing after entering a Lake District tarn.‌Cumbria Police received a call from a member of the public shortly after 12.30pm on Tuesday reporting someone in difficulty at High Dam Tarn near Windermere. The public was urged to stay away from the scene while a large-scale rescue operation was conducted, involving the police force, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service, North West Ambulance Service, HM Coastguard and local mountain rescue teams.‌Cumbria Police confirmed on Tuesday night that a body had been found and the death was not being treated as suspicious.Article continues below"The thoughts and condolences of the entire rescue team are with the male’s family and friends who are being supported by detectives," Supt Patrick O'Hara said. "I would also like to thank local farmers who supported the operation conveying first responders and equipment off-road to the search area."