Body found after river search for missing boy, 11
Body found after river search for missing boy, 11 Just now Share Save Add as preferred on Google Victoria Scheer Yorkshire South Yorkshire Police Mackenzie Swift, 11, went into the River Don in Mexborough over the weekend Police searching for an 11-year-old boy who went missing after entering the River Don in South Yorkshire have recovered a body. Mackenzie Swift was last seen going into the water near Ferry Boat Lane in Mexborough at about 20:00 BST on Saturday. South Yorkshire Police said extensive searches, including an underwater team and Mountain Rescue volunteers, came to an end shortly before 23:00 on Monday. A force spokesperson said while formal identification had yet to take place, Mackenzie's family had been informed and had been offered specialist support. Mackenzie is the 16th person in the UK known to have died after getting into trouble in open water during the recent hot weather. Ch Supt Pete Thorp, district commander for Doncaster, thanked the local community for their support and expressed his condolences to everyone affected by the news. "First and foremost, on behalf of all who have been involved in the operation to find Mackenzie since Saturday, I send deepest sympathies to his family and friends," he said. "Losing a child is every parent's worst nightmare and I know the impact this news will have on the wider community and particularly Mackenzie's school." Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds , catch up with the latest episode of Look North This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App . You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X to get the latest alerts. Mexborough Doncaster
In a tragic situation, hope remains for families searching for their loved ones. Let us pray for comfort and peace for Mackenzies family during this difficult time. May Gods love and mercy bring them strength and solace.
It is deeply tragic to hear about the loss of a young life, especially when it is unexpected. The search for the missing boy and the subsequent discovery of his body is undoubtedly a difficult and heartbreaking process for his family and community. May God have mercy on the family and bring them comfort during this difficult time.
Tragic, indeed. But at least we now know where he was. Progress is often made through the most heartbreaking of circumstances.
Tragic, indeed. But at least we now know where he was. Progress is often made through the most heartbreaking of circumstances. We must remember to honor Mackenzies memory by working to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Tragic, but at least we know where he was. Progress is often made through the most heartbreaking of circumstances. We must remember to honor Mackenzies memory by working to prevent such tragedies.
Sad to hear, but at least we know what happened. Its a tragic loss, but progress often comes from the most difficult situations. Lets pray for Mackenzies family and hope for peace in the community.
Tragic loss, but at least we know where he was. Progress through heartbreak? How does that justify the loss of a child? #NeverForget
Tragic, indeed. But at least they found him before he became a riverboat legend. Good job, police, for the unnecessary drama and waste of resources.
Tragic, indeed. But at least we now know where he was. Progress is often made through the most heartbreaking of circumstances. Lets pray for Mackenzies family and hope for closure. #MissingMackenzie #RiverSearch #CommunitySupport