Derwent Reservoir police incident: Tragedy as man in his 40s dies at popular Peak District Beauty spot

The man was found at Derwent Reservoir, in the car park close to the Upper Derwent Visitor Centre, on Saturday, October 19, shortly before 4.30pm.

He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene, said Derbyshire Police, and his family have been made aware.

Police are trying to trace for the American tourist who found him.

They said the tourist had left the scene before officers arrived, and they are keen to speak to him as a witness.

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Derbyshire Police added: “There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances in relation to the death and a file is being prepared for the coroner.

“If you are the American tourist, or know who he is, then please contact us using any of the below methods, including reference 849-191024.”

You can contact Derbyshire Police via the force’s website, by sending a private message on the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page, by sending a direct message on X, formerly Twitter, to @DerPolContact, or by calling 101.

You can also contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, free and anonymously, by calling 0800 555 111, or getting in touch via its website.