Man dies following medical emergency at Sussex beach

Police say it's not being treated as suspicious

Author: Matt MaddrenPublished 6 hours ago

A man has died following a medical emergency at a beach in East Sussex.

It happened in Hastings yesterday, on the beach near Warrior Square, St Leonards, following concerns for a man’s welfare.

It's not being treated as suspicios.

It's amid the very hot conditions in the area at the moment, along with the rest of the country, with record breaking temperatures being recorded for May.

A spokesperson for Sussex Police said:

“Emergency services responded to a medical incident on the beach near Warrior Square, St Leonards, following concerns for a man’s welfare.

“Officers assisted with the emergency response after the incident was reported at 11am on 24 May. Sadly, despite the best efforts of paramedics, the man was declared deceased at the scene.

“His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time. There were no suspicious circumstances and a report will be prepared for HM Coroner.”

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