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Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Mum of Sutton Park drowning victim says new teen death ‘brought back such painful memories'
The mother of a teen drowning victim said a new tragedy in the same lake brought back "painful memories". Frazer Amiss died after getting into difficulties in Powell's Pool in Sutton Park on July 29, 2001. The 15-year-old was said to have been trying to swim to a sea cadet boat moored in the pool when he drowned. READ MORE: Kids risk their lives in Sutton Park lake days after teen tragedy The alarm had been raised at 7pm that Sunday evening but, with no water rescue team nearby, one had to come from Nottingham and Frazer's body was not recovered until the following morning. The incident is tragically similar to the death of Daniel Drewitt, 16, who was lost in the same pool at around 6pm last Thursday. The alarm was raised and emergency crews were called. His body was found shortly after 10pm. Daniel's heartbroken family paid tribute to a 'handsome, funny and talented boy with a beautiful spirit'. His grandmother said he was her 'beautiful grandson who had his whole life ahead of him'. His school, Colmers School & Sixth Form College in Rednal, also paid tribute to the teenager saying: 'Daniel was a young man who brought light and character to our entire school community.' Now Frazer's mum, Julie, has spoken of the moment she heard the news of another death in Powell's Pool some 24 years after her son's. Julie said: 'I was stunned and deeply saddened to hear the heartbreaking news of another teenager losing his life at Powell's Pool. 'It's devastating news, and it has brought back such painful memories for us as a family and Frazer's friends, especially those who were with him on that hot July day in 2021. A day eternally etched into our hearts. 'My heart goes out to Daniel's family and everyone who knew and loved him. 'I truly wish there were more comforting words I could say to ease the pain they're feeling. 'I hope they can find the strength to comfort and support each other through the pain and sadness during this incredibly sad time.' Frazer's friend, Ricky O'Neill, told BirminghamLive that the moment he heard the news it 'brought memories flooding back.' Get the latest Sutton Coldfield news delivered direct to your inbox Holy Trinity Parish Church in Sutton has opened a book of condolence for Daniel, in agreement with his family. It said: "Holy Trinity Church will be open throughout the week for you to come and write in the book, light a candle or add a leaf to the prayer tree. "We will also be giving out blue ribbons which can be tied to the prayer tree or taken away. All are welcome to come into church. "We continue to hold Daniel and his family and friends in our prayers."
The Independent
4 days ago
- The Independent
‘Fantastic' teenager found dead in lake near Birmingham as school and football club lead tributes
A boy who was found dead in a lake near Birmingham 'brought light and character' to his entire school, his teachers have said. Daniel Drewitt went missing after going into water at Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, just after 6pm on Thursday. Rescuers searched for the 16-year-old, but his body was discovered later into the evening. Staff at Colmers School and Sixth Form College in Rednal paid tribute to the boy, describing him as a 'confident, full of life, a talented sportsman, and so deeply loved by staff and fellow pupils alike'. A former player at Northfield Town FC, the football club also released a statement following Daniel's death. 'Daniel was a fantastic young man who always wore a smile on his face whether on or off the pitch and was loved by so many,' the club said. West Midlands Police said his death was not being treated as suspicious. 'We are supporting Daniel's family at this tragic time. Our thoughts are with them, and we ask that they are given privacy,' a force spokesperson added. Staff at the boy's school said they were deeply shocked and saddened by the loss of the Year 11 student. 'His warm presence and positive spirit will be sorely missed,' staff said. They added: "We know how deeply this loss will be felt by many, and we are committed to ensuring no member of our school community feels alone in their grief. "Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Daniel's family. We ask urgent respect for their privacy at this profoundly difficult time." Staff at the school said they were doing all they could to support the school community during a difficult time. A spokesperson for the school said: 'Our pastoral team, school counsellors, and senior staff are working together to provide dedicated spaces and support for both students and staff. 'This includes opportunities for quiet reflection, one-to-one conversations, and access to emotional and wellbeing support throughout the days and weeks ahead.'
Telegraph
4 days ago
- Telegraph
Pictured: Teenage boy, 16, who died in lake
A teenage boy who drowned in a lake has been named. Daniel Drewitt, 16, went missing at Powell's Pool in Sutton Park, just north of Birmingham, at around 6pm on Thursday. He was pronounced dead after his body was recovered from the water just after 10pm on Thursday following 'extensive efforts' from emergency services, a West Midlands Police spokesman said. His grandmother, Lilian Swann, paid tribute to the teenager on social media. She wrote: 'That's our beautiful grandson, who had his whole life ahead of him. We will never recover from this love you loads Daniel and miss you so much. Nan and grandad Roy xxx. 'My grandson, my life always in our hearts, love you handsome man, we will be together some day.' Flowers and other tributes have been laid near the scene. One note from a classmate said he had been 'always making us laugh in maths'. Among those paying tribute was Northfield Town Football Club, which described the teenager as a 'fantastic young man who always wore a smile on his face whether on or off the pitch'. Bromsgrove Rovers AFC, another football club in the area, said he had been a former under-16s player for the side. The club said in a statement: 'Daniel Drewitt, cheeky lad from Birmingham who lived life to the max, always worked hard in training and games, and a pleasure to work with him. 'Such a sad loss for a lad with a bright future ahead of him and will be missed by all!!!' Teenager 'deeply loved' by teachers and pupils Colmers School and Sixth Form College, in Rednal, Birmingham, said in a statement: 'Daniel was a young man who brought light and character to our entire school community. 'He was confident, full of life, a talented sportsman, and so deeply loved by staff and fellow pupils alike. His warm presence and positive spirit will be sorely missed.' The school said it would do 'all we can' to support students and staff. 'We know how deeply this loss will be felt by many, and we are committed to ensuring no member of our school community feels alone in their grief,' it added. West Midlands Police confirmed the death was not being treated as suspicious and that a report would be prepared for the coroner. In 2001, another teenage boy, Fraser Amiss, died at Powell's Pool after diving in with two friends.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Ex-junior player, 16, found dead in lake after going missing in water is pictured – as local football team pay tribute
A SCHOOLBOY who was sadly found dead in a lake has been pictured for the first time. Daniel Drewitt was tragically recovered from the water in Sutton Park in Birmingham. 4 4 The 16-year-old boy had gone missing in the water, and rescue teams scoured the area on Thursday. He was sadly found dead in Powells Pool that evening. The football player's old team paid tribute to him, posting a photo of the Year 11 pupil on Facebook. Northfield Town FC said: "One of our talented former junior players, Daniel Drewitt, passed away yesterday evening following a tragic accident at Sutton Park. "Daniel was a fantastic young man who always wore a smile on his face whether on or off the pitch and was loved by so many. "Everyone at Northfield Town FC send their thoughts and heart felt condolences to the family, friends and former teammates." His grandparents said: "That's our beautiful grandson, who had his whole life ahead of him. "We will never recover from this, love you loads Daniel and miss you so much." Staff at Colmers School and Sixth Form College also paid tribute to the boy. A spokesperson said: "Daniel was a young man who brought light and character to our entire school community; he was confident, full of life, a talented sportsman and so deeply loved by staff and fellow pupils alike. "His warm presence and positive spirit will be sorely missed. "We know how deeply this loss will be felt by many and we are committed to ensuring no member of our school community feels alone in their grief. "Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Daniel's family." This comes after West Midlands Police were called to Powell's Pool in Sutton Park, Birmingham, at around 6pm on Thursday. An urgent search was launched to locate the teenager, with specialist officers scouring the area. Fire service rescue crews from Bickenhill and nearby Sutton Coldfield were also called to the scene. West Midlands Fire Service confirmed they also arrived just after 6pm. The whole of Powell's Pool was cordoned off with police tape. Daniel was sadly recovered from the water at around 10pm. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the 16-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. Cops say the death is not being treated as suspicious at this time. The Our Sutton Park community group has thanked fishermen, who reportedly jumped in the water to try and help Daniel. The group said it wanted to send its "deepest condolences to the parents of the young boy". Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton said it came as a "terrible tragedy". A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: "The body of a teenage boy has been recovered from a pool in Sutton Park, Birmingham, this evening. "West Midlands Police are supporting the family of the boy at this tragic time. "Extensive efforts by all emergency services were carried out following the boy going missing in the water just after 6pm. "Specialist teams were deployed from fire and rescue, ambulance colleagues, and Birmingham City Council colleagues. "Sadly this has resulted in the boy's body being found and our thoughts are with his family at this time. "His death is not being treated as suspicious at this time and we are liaising with the coroner." This comes after Midlands Air Ambulance previously announced there were 18 accidental drowning deaths in the West Midlands region last year. The charity urged people to be mindful in the water. In 2001 teenager Fraser Amiss died after diving into Powell's Pool with a couple of pals. It comes as Brits flock to bodies of water to cool off as the UK sees scorching temperatures. 4
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Daily Mail
School and football team pay tribute to 'confident' and much-loved teenager, 16, who drowned in lake
A 'confident and much-loved' teenager who drowned in a lake has been named - as his school and football team paid tribute to him. The body of Daniel Drewitt, 16, was pulled from a pool in Sutton Park, Birmingham, after he got into trouble while swimming yesterday evening. A fisherman reportedly jumped into the water to try and save Daniel but sadly they were unable to find him. His body was discovered by emergency services shortly after 10pm last night, West Midlands Police have said. Paying tribute to Daniel, his football team Northfield Town FC, posted on Facebook: 'One of our talented former junior players, Daniel Drewitt, passed away yesterday evening following a tragic accident at Sutton Park. 'Daniel was a fantastic young man who always wore a smile on his face whether on or off the pitch and was loved by so many. 'Everyone at Northfield Town FC send their thoughts and heart felt condolences to the family, friends and former teammates.' It comes after staff at Colmers School and Sixth Form College also paid tribute to the Year 11 pupil. A spokesperson said: 'Daniel was a young man who brought light and character to our entire school community; he was confident, full of life, a talented sportsman and so deeply loved by staff and fellow pupils alike. 'His warm presence and positive spirit will be sorely missed. 'We know how deeply this loss will be felt by many and we are committed to ensuring no member of our school community feels alone in their grief. 'Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Daniel's family.' Last night, emergency services were seen descending on Powell's Pool, a large body of water on the edge of the park in Sutton Coldfield. An urgent search was launched to try and find Daniel, with specialist officers deployed to the area. A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: 'Specialist teams were deployed from fire and rescue, ambulance colleagues and Birmingham City Council colleagues. 'Sadly this has resulted in the boy's body being found and our thoughts are with his family at this time.' According to the Our Sutton Park community group, a brave fisherman jumped into the lake to try and save the boy. They wrote on Facebook: 'Our Sutton Park and its members would like to send our deepest condolences to the parents of the young boy who tragically drowned while swimming in Powell's Pool yesterday. 'We are truly grateful for the brave and selfless efforts of the fishermen who immediately jumped into the lake to save him. 'I'm sorry we could not find him. Our thoughts are with the boy's family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.' One resident replied: 'Thoughts are with his family it is a very dangerous lake I fish it and the weed and the silt is very dangerous.' Birmingham city councillor Majid Mahmood said: 'I am deeply saddened of the tragic incident. 'There are no words strong enough to convey the heartbreak felt in the wake of this devastating loss. 'I extend my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones. My thoughts are with them during this unimaginable time.' Sutton Park, in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands covers 2,400 acres and is one of largest urban parks in Europe and a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. A West Midlands Fire Service spokesperson said: 'Shortly after 6pm on Thursday 10 July, we responded to reports of a missing teenage boy, who was last seen in a body of water at Sutton Park. 'Five fire engines and our specialist Technical Rescue Unit responded, crewed by firefighters from Aston, Sheldon, Woodgate Valley, Sutton Coldfield and Bickenhill fire stations. 'We worked closely with police and ambulance colleagues throughout the incident but very sadly, after a thorough search, the boy's body was recovered from the water by firefighters. 'Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the wider community at this deeply tragic time.'
