NewsUK NewsTributes have poured in for a 13-year-old boy named locally as Reco Puttock who died after getting into difficulty in the water at a dam in Halifax17:26, 26 May 2026Updated 17:35, 26 May 2026A 13-year-old boy who died after getting into difficulty in the water at a dam in Halifax has been named locally.‌Reco Puttock, from Bradford, was pulled from the water at Leadbeater Dam on Lumb Lane, near Wainstalls, on Sunday. He was taken to hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.‌Emergency services were called to the dam at around 3.18pm on Sunday. A large multi-agency response followed, involving police, fire and rescue teams, water rescue specialists, ambulance crews and a police helicopter. It is understood that the youngster's family members were at the scene as the search unfolded.‌West Yorkshire Police have confirmed that his death is not believed to be suspicious. Investigations are continuing under Calderdale Criminal Investigation Department.Hundreds of people have since paid tribute to the "lovely" and "respectful" teenager, Yorkshire Live reports. One person wrote: "Rest in peace Reco, we all will miss you so much and we all are thinking about you. Fly high mate, gone way too soon."Article continues belowAnother said: "Amazing young man, so respectful every time I'd seen him. Sending hugs and love to all the family and friends. Absolutely gutted. Rest in peace little man."A third wrote wrote: "RIP Reco, my daughter said you were a funny and caring young boy. My heart goes out to your family and all of your friends."Another person said: "Absolutely heartbreaking news. Sending my deepest condolences to Reco’s family and friends at this incredibly painful time. No parent or family should ever have to go through something like this. Rest in peace, young man."Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Breaking News