Student’s death on school trip to beach a ‘tragic accident’, says college head

About 1pm on Tuesday, emergency personnel were called to report that a youngster was in the water at a beach in West Wittering, which is close to Chichester. The boy was traveling to the region to celebrate the end of term with a group from Uxbridge College in west London. The student ran into trouble in the sea, and “sadly it was not possible to save them,” according to a college spokesperson. His family has been notified, according to Sussex Police, after he was evacuated to the hospital and declared deceased. “Everyone here has been greatly affected by this tragic accident,” stated Dylan McTaggart, principal of Uxbridge College. Now, taking care of everyone impacted is our first concern.We have sought the assistance of certified counselors and will ensure that our community has access to staff and professional support in the coming days and weeks.

“The family is in our prayers and thoughts, and we ask that you respect their privacy while they mourn the loss of a child.” With assistance from the Health and Safety Executive, Sussex Police Detective Inspector Darren Taylor stated that investigators are looking into the incident to determine all the facts. He said, “I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the boy’s loved ones at this heartbreaking time, as this was an absolutely tragic incident.”

In reference to Operation Redhill, we are requesting that anyone with information that could be of assistance get in touch with us online or by calling 101. Police and emergency personnel arrived on the scene promptly before the kid was transported to the hospital, according to a West Wittering Estate spokesman. She said, “We are very sorry to inform you that a 17-year-old boy drowned yesterday after getting into trouble in the water.” “Lifeguards hurried to the scene, deploying their gear, including jet skis. “During this trying time, our thoughts are with the family.”

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