A tragic incident unfolded at Owston Hall golf course in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, where a child was discovered deceased in a pond, prompting a significant police inquiry. The emergency response was swift, with authorities mobilizing after the child was reported missing yesterday morning.
Witnesses observed a substantial emergency operation, including a police helicopter, drones, paramedics, and the air ambulance at the scene. The child’s age and gender have not been revealed by the police.
According to a statement from a spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police, officers were alerted to the situation on Monday, March 30, when a report surfaced about a missing child in the Skellow area of Doncaster. Extensive search efforts, involving police drones and aircraft, led to the discovery of the child in the golf course’s pond.
Tragically, despite the valiant efforts of the emergency responders, the child was pronounced deceased. The family has been notified and is receiving support from the police during this difficult period. The entire South Yorkshire Police force extends its deepest sympathies to them.
The golf course, covering approximately 80 acres, features water elements as part of its layout. Individuals with any relevant information are urged to contact 101 and reference incident number 198 dated March 30.