Pictured: Boy, 15, who died after getting into difficulty in lake
A 15-year-old boy who died after getting into difficulty in a lake has been remembered as 'such a bright light'.
Izaiah Smith was found dead in the water in Beckenham Place Park in Lewisham, south London, on Friday night.
Police and paramedics were called to the scene just after 3pm that day and specialist diving teams, ambulance crews and firefighters assisted the search.
A Met Police spokesman said: 'A boy was recovered from the lake at around 10.42pm on Friday April 4.
'He was taken to hospital where he was sadly pronounced dead.
'His death is being treated as unexpected but not believed to be suspicious.'
Izaiah's family are being supported, the spokesman added.
His football club Seda Academy said he was 'such a bright light within our programme' in a tribute on social media.
It said: 'It is with the heaviest of hearts that Seda Academy mourns the loss of our beloved U16s player, Izaiah Smith, who passed away on 04.04.2025.
'We are absolutely heartbroken by this news. Izaiah was such a bright light within our programme.
'Always present at training, he greeted everyone with the most adorable smile.
'His huge character and infectious energy will be deeply missed by us all. He was a truly respectful young man, always showing kindness and consideration to all the coaches and staff at Seda Academy.
'We all had so much time for Izaiah. He touched so many lives within our academy family.
'Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.
'We hope they are able to grieve in the way that brings them some comfort.
'The players and coaching staff at Seda Academy will forever cherish the memories we shared with Izaiah. We hope our dear Izaiah rests peacefully.
'You will always be in our hearts.'
In a statement, Lewisham Council, which manages the Beckenham Place Park, said the park had re-opened on Saturday but the lake would remain closed with security in place until further notice.
The council added: 'We are working closely with the police in order that their investigation establishes the full facts of what's happened.'
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