'It's more dangerous than they realise' - Village in shock after second river death in seven years at beauty spot
Villagers have described their shock after a second death in a river which has become a magnet for teenagers.
Residents described how the police, paramedics and fire crews focussed their search on a stretch of the river close to Hodge Lane. The resident described how, earlier in the day, the village had held its annual duck race in the river. "They drop the ducks in off the bridge and then they go to Weir Cottage to see who's won the race," she said.
A fire service banner strapped to a railing close to the river shows a picture of Jack Pullen, with the words: "In loving memory of Jack Pullen."The message ends: "We urge you not to swim in open water."
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