Tragedy at Sutton Harbour as Man Dies Despite Daring Rescue
Police and Coastguard Search and Rescue rushed to Sutton Harbour, Plymouth, shortly after 10:30pm on Wednesday, August 17, following reports of people in distress in the water.
Bystanders’ Heroic Efforts Fail to Save Man
Quick-thinking passersby pulled two people from the water and performed CPR on an unconscious man. Despite their life-saving attempts and the rapid response of emergency crews, the man, in his 70s from Kingsbridge, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Woman Hospitalised, Expected to Recover
A woman involved in the incident was taken to hospital as a precaution. Authorities say she is expected to make a full recovery.
Investigation and Next Steps
- The death is not being treated as suspicious.
- Next of kin have been informed.
- A file is being prepared for the coroner.
- The Marine Accident Investigation Branch will be notified.
