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Yahoo
6 hours 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."
BBC News
21 hours ago
- BBC News
More than £8k raised for Daniel Drewitt's family after lake death
An online fundraising page set up to support the family of a boy who died after going missing in a lake has raised more than £8,000 within 48 Drewitt, 16, was found in a pool at Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, on Midlands Police said his death was not being treated as suspicious and it was liaising with the coroner.A GoFundMe page, which organisers said on Saturday was set up with permission from Daniel's parents, would help support the family during a "difficult time". The fundraiser was initially created with the goal of raising £1,600 but quickly surpassed its target and now has a revised goal of £11, an update posted on Sunday, organiser Helena Swallow added the teenager's mother was "overwhelmed" with all the support and donations."The family are so very grateful, thank you so much," she 16-year-old was reported missing in Powell's Pool at about 18:00 BST on services were called but he died before his body was recovered from the water, the ambulance service an earlier statement, the teenager's family described him as a big Birmingham City fan who was "handsome, funny and talented"."He had so many dreams and aspirations, and he had his whole life ahead of him," they said. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
The Guardian
2 days ago
- The Guardian
Family pay tribute to boy who died after going missing in West Midlands lake
The family of a teenage boy who died after going missing in a lake in the West Midlands have said his death 'will forever leave an everlasting pain in all of our hearts'. Daniel Drewitt, 16, died after getting into difficulty in Powell's Pool at Sutton Park nature reserve in Sutton Coldfield on Thursday evening. A body was found on Friday after a major search operation. Police are not treating the death as suspicious. Sharing pictures of the boy playing football and wearing a grey suit on his prom night, his family said in a statement: 'Daniel was a handsome, funny and talented boy who really cared about his friends and family. 'Everyone wanted to be his friend and he was popular because of the beautiful spirit he had. 'Daniel was a big Birmingham City Football Club fan and would love going to the games with his grandad and friends. 'He had so many dreams and aspirations, and he had his whole life ahead of him. He has been taken from us way too soon and we still can't process what is happening right now.' The family also thanked the local community for 'all of the kind messages, love and support', and said 'it has given us all comfort knowing just how loved he was by so many people and shows they all saw what we saw in him'. A crowdfunding page set up in aid of the family has so far raised more than £6,000. 'His family and friends are all devastated from this awful tragedy, and this will forever leave an everlasting pain in all of our hearts. We cannot put into words how much we will miss him and his cheeky smile,' the statement said. Sign up to First Edition Our morning email breaks down the key stories of the day, telling you what's happening and why it matters after newsletter promotion 'Sweet dreams our beautiful boy. We know we will still see you every night. You will be the brightest star in the sky.'
ITV News
2 days ago
- ITV News
Grandmother's tribute to 'popular' Birmingham City fan, 16, who died in Sutton Park lake
The family of a "popular" football-loving teenager have paid tribute for the first time since his body was recovered from a lake. Daniel Drewitt went missing after entering the water at Powell's Pool in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, shortly after 6pm on Thursday. His body was recovered hours later. Now, his family have released some of their favourite recent photos of the teenager. In a statement issued by the police, they said: 'Daniel was a handsome, funny and talented boy who really cared about his friends and family. 'Everyone wanted to be his friend and he was popular because of the beautiful spirit he had. 'Daniel was a big Birmingham City Football Club fan and would love going to the games with his grandad and friends. 'He had so many dreams and aspirations and he had his whole life ahead of him. 'He has been taken from us way too soon and we still can't process what is happening right now. 'His family and friends are all devastated from this awful tragedy, and this will forever leave an everlasting pain in all of our hearts. 'We cannot put into words how much we will miss him and his cheeky smile.' The family thanked the community for its support, saying it gave them comfort knowing that 'they all saw what we saw in him'. 'Miss you so much' Meanwhile, his grandmother, Lilian Swann commented on Facebook post: '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.' Daniel was a . Staff at his school described him as "full of life" and a "talented sportsman". Northfield Town FC said he was "a fantastic young man who always wore a smile on his face whether on or off the pitch". And Daniel's manager at Bromsgrove Rovers described him as a "cheeky lad from Birmingham who loved life to the max, always worked hard in training and games and a pleasure to work with." More than £6,000 has been raised after a GoFundMe fundraiser was launched to cover Daniel's funeral expenses.
The Independent
2 days ago
- The Independent
Family tribute to ‘talented' teenager who died after going missing in lake
The family of a 16-year-old boy who died after going missing in a lake in the West Midlands have paid tribute to the 'talented' teenager. Daniel Drewitt was reported missing in the water at Powell's Pool in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield, shortly after 6pm on Thursday, West Midlands Police said. A body was found on Friday following a major search operation. In a statement issued via the force, the teeager's family said: 'Daniel was a handsome, funny and talented boy who really cared about his friends and family. 'Everyone wanted to be his friend and he was popular because of the beautiful spirit he had. 'Daniel was a big Birmingham City Football Club fan and would love going to the games with his grandad and friends. 'He had so many dreams and aspirations and he had his whole life ahead of him. 'He has been taken from us way too soon and we still can't process what is happening right now. 'His family and friends are all devastated from this awful tragedy, and this will forever leave an everlasting pain in all of our hearts. 'We cannot put into words how much we will miss him and his cheeky smile.' The family thanked the community for its support, saying it gave them comfort knowing that 'they all saw what we saw in him'. Police are not treating the death as suspicious.
