Boy, 11, dies after being swept out to sea at British beach

Tributes have been paid to a schoolboy who died after being swept out to sea.

Zac Thompson, 11, was rescued from the water at West Angle Bay in Pembroke, Wales on Friday after swimming close to the rocks.

He was airlifted from the seaside however sadly died in hospital.

In a tribute, Pembroke Dock Group College stated Zac had a “large zest for all times” and “was a well-liked and much-loved character”.

“He excelled academically, particularly in maths, who liked to resolve complicated psychological maths challenges – maintaining workers on their toes,” it stated.

The college stated the 12 months six pupil was additionally a proficient sportsman attributable to begin secondary faculty in September.

“Zac just lately performed exceptionally properly in cricket, serving to the college get by means of to the realm finals, that are attributable to be performed this week.

Zac Thompson
Zac Thompson
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“He had a cheeky smile, was humorous and was wanting ahead to his closing weeks in major faculty, the summer season holidays and all of the alternatives that had been open to him as he moved on to secondary faculty.

“Zac had an enormous zest for all times. One candy reminiscence of him was when he was in 12 months three and it was Superhero Day.

“Zac got here to high school dressed as his favorite superhero – his mum. Zac stated, ‘Not all superheroes put on capes’.

“It is a dreadfully unhappy time for his household, and our love, ideas and prayers are with each his household and his extensive circle of buddies, who will miss his large character and mischievous nature.

“We're heartbroken. Zac was a beautiful younger man, a valued pupil and can be significantly missed.”

A police spokeswoman stated: “Police had been referred to as to West Angle Bay at 9.25pm on July 1, following stories a baby had been rescued from the water after experiencing difficulties.

“The kid, 11-year-old Zac Thompson from the Pembroke Dock space, was airlifted to hospital the place he sadly handed away.”

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