A summer swim turned tragic as a 27-year-old man drowned at a well-known beauty spot in Warwickshire.
Wojciech Berlan, from Redditch, lost his life after entering the water at Ensor’s Pool in Nuneaton on Sunday, 17 August.
The peaceful nature haven, often favoured by locals for leisure and swimming, became the scene of a harrowing incident shortly after midday.
Emergency services were alerted at 12:24pm after reports emerged that a man had gone under the water and failed to resurface.
Despite rapid response and efforts to recover him, Wojciech was pulled from the pool and tragically confirmed dead by 1:30pm.
“We are sad to report that 27-year-old Wojciech Berlan from Redditch has died after drowning at Ensor’s Pool in Nuneaton.
His next of kin have now been informed. Emergency services responded to a report at 12.24pm on 17 August that a man had disappeared beneath the water while swimming and not resurfaced for over five minutes.
After being recovered from the water, Wojciech was confirmed deceased at 1.30pm. Our thoughts are with Wojciech’s family at this time. Police are continuing to investigate on behalf of the coroner,” Warwickshire Police
Heartbreak in the Summer Sun
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, especially given the popularity of Ensor’s Pool as a tranquil spot for outdoor enjoyment. What began as an ordinary summer afternoon ended in sorrow.
Police have confirmed that Wojciech’s family has been informed and are being supported during this difficult time. Officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances on behalf of the coroner.
Appeal for Witnesses
Authorities are now urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or was present at the scene to come forward.
- Witnesses can contact Warwickshire Police online or by dialling 101
- Quote incident number 174 of 17 August
This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with open water swimming — even in the most serene settings.
Friends and locals have begun paying tribute to Wojciech online, remembering him as a vibrant and adventurous soul. While details remain limited, his sudden loss has cast a heavy cloud over the town.
As investigations continue, Warwickshire Police are expected to work closely with the coroner to determine what led to the heartbreaking outcome.
