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Body Found in Leicestershire Lake Search for Missing Teen

Rescue teams recovered the body of a teenage boy who entered Meynell Lake in Leicestershire. Police confirmed no suspicious circumstances and are supporting the family.

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Recovery of Teenage Boy's Body in Leicestershire Lake

Rescue teams engaged in the search for a teenage boy who entered a lake in Leicestershire have recovered his body.

Police received reports at 13:30 BST on Thursday that a teenage boy had entered Meynell Lake, located off Fosse Way in Syston.

On Friday, police divers located and recovered a body, which was confirmed to be that of the teenager who had entered the lake.

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A spokesperson for Leicestershire Police stated that the boy's family is receiving support from officers and added:

"There is no suggestion of any suspicious circumstances and a file will be prepared for HM Coroner. Naming will be a matter for the coroner."

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