Youths rescued after falling into lock

Two youths have been rescued after falling into water in Castleford.

Police were called to Junction Lock at around 3.50pm with concerns for their safety.

Junction lock. Picture copyright Google 2017placeholder image
Junction lock. Picture copyright Google 2017

Emergency services attended and both youngsters were helped out to safety.

No one was injured in the incident.

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