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Wakefield lake searched after man seen in difficulty in water

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Crews were called to the scene at about 13:15 BST

A search is taking place at a West Yorkshire lake after a man was seen getting into difficulty in the water.

Emergency services were called to Pugneys Country Park in Wakefield at about 13:15 BST, West Yorkshire Police said.

Police, fire and ambulance services are currently at the scene but no-one has been found.

The park has been closed and Wakefield Council said it is not expected to be open until Tuesday.

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The park has been temporarily closed

A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "Emergency services attended and an initial search of the lake was carried out to no gain.

"Inquiries are continuing at the scene and an underwater search is now in progress."

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