Body found in Draycote Water
Police were searching for a missing man after his son fell in the water
Last updated 31st May 2025
Police have confirmed a body's been found in the search for a missing man at a reservoir near Rugby.
An intense search operation was launched on Thursday afternoon (29 May) after it's believed a man, and his teenage son, fell into the water.
Fortunately the teenager was rescued by two members of the public and he did not sustain any injuries.
Officers are not treating his death at Draycote Water as suspicious.
Local Area Commander for Rugby, Chief Inspector Angus Eagles said: “Our thoughts are very much with the man’s family at this incredibly difficult time and I would ask that their privacy continues to be respected.
“Since yesterday, an intensive search operation has been underway that has seen a range of specialist search tactics and technology being used.
"I don’t underestimate the impact this tragic incident, and the large-scale search operation will have had on local people and businesses.
"Thank you all for your patience and understanding while our officers worked tirelessly to find the man.
“Special thanks also goes to Warwickshire Fire and Rescue, Warwickshire Search and Rescue, West Mercia Search and Rescue, Avon Fire and Rescue Service, West Mercia Police, and Severn Trent – all of whom have played an integral role in supporting our extensive search efforts.”