Witness plea over Northallerton swimming pool death (From York Press)

Witness plea over Northallerton swimming pool death

8:10am Saturday 4th September 2010 in

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WITNESSES are being urged to come forward as investigations continue into the death of an eight-year-old boy at a swimming pool in Northallerton.

Kaimen Ward, of Ashlands Road, in Northallerton, died on August 25 following an incident in the swimming pool at Hambleton Leisure Centre in the town.

Officers from North Yorkshire Police are working alongside the Health and Safety Executive to establish the circumstances surrounding his death.

Detective Inspector Keith Ruff, of Northallerton CID, said: “There are still some people who were in the pool who haven’t contacted us.

“Even if people did not witness Kaimen’s tragic death, I would still like to speak with them so that I can establish a clear picture of the afternoon’s events.”

Anyone who was in the swimming pool after 2pm and has not yet contacted the police is asked to phone Northallerton CID on 0845 60 60 247.