Beckenham Place Park LIVE: Urgent hunt for boy, 16, missing in Lewisham lake

Police are searching for a 16-year-old boy who went missing after entering the water of a lake in Lewisham, London.

The Metropolitan Police, who were called shortly after 3pm, confirmed officers are carrying out a search in Beckenham Place Park.

The boy's next of kin has been informed and is currently being supported by specialist officers.

The park has been closed while the search is carried out.

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