Man tragically drowns in reservoir near Haworth
Emergency services were called to the scene just before 6pm last night
Last updated 16th Jun 2021
A man has tragically died after getting into difficulties while swimming in a reservoir near Haworth.
Police were called to Ponden Reservoir at Scar Top by the ambulance service at about 5.50pm on Tuesday evening to a report a man getting into difficulty while swimming in water there.
A full emergency services response was conducted with searches carried out by the police, fire service, National Police Air Service and specialist police divers.
Sadly, the body of a man was recovered just before 10pm last night.
The victim was identified as a 27-year-old man who is from outside the West Yorkshire area.
Our reporter Beth Parson has been at the scene this morning:
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Farrell, from West Yorkshire Police said: “We are continuing to investigate today following a major search at the reservoir last night which sadly resulted in divers recovering the body of a man.
“This has been a tragic incident in which a man has lost his life and I would like to remind all residents in and visitors to West Yorkshire of the extreme dangers posed by swimming in or entering open water not designated for such use.
“Such water can be very cold, even in the summer months, and people suddenly entering cold water are susceptible to hyperventilation, which could result in the body going into seizure.
“Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and officers are working to support them as our enquiries continue."
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