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18.04.2024 - 16:33 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A boy of 17 who died after falling into a river while canoeing has been named. An inquest has been opened into the death of Joseph Holt.
Police and firefighters were called to reports of a boy who had got into trouble in the River Croal, off Raikes Lane, Bolton, at about 8pm on April 9. A 17-year-old boy was pulled from the water but later died in hospital.
Today the teenager was named as Joseph Holt as an inquest into the death was opened at Bolton Coroners' Court on Thursday afternoon. He died at Royal Bolton Hospital the day after the incident, according to the court.
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The M.E.N. understands that the boy got into difficulty after falling into the river while on an inflatable canoe. Three other teenage boys were 'involved' in the incident, police said at the time.
There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
Detective Inspector Stuart Woodhead said at the time: “This is an extremely upsetting and distressing incident for those involved due to the tragic circumstances and we are continuing to support their loved ones at this time."
A GMP spokesperson said: "Greater Manchester Police were called to Raikes Lane in Bolton at around 8pm last night (Tuesday 9 April 2024). This was a report of a person being in difficulty in the water.
"Attending along with colleagues from GMFRS, it was established four teenage boys were involved. Sadly, a 17-year-old passed away despite the best attempts of emergency services.
"Enquiries are ongoing but detectives from Bolton are confident there aren’t any suspicious circumstances."
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service
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