Body of man pulled from Hampstead Heath ponds Barney Davis
The body of a man has been pulled from a fishing pond in Hampstead Heath.
Police were called to Lake 2, opposite the mixed bathing area, after receiving reports of a body floating in the water.
The victim, aged in his 20s, was pulled out by emergency services but he was declared dead at the scene.
A forensic tent has been erected next to the beauty spot which is popular with dogs and anglers.
A cordon was established on the path running between No 2 and No 1 ponds towards South Hill Park Gardens.