Terrifying Cliff Fall: 10-Year-Old Boy Expected to Make Full Recovery
A 10-year-old boy who plunged from cliffs near Brighton’s Ovingdean last September is now on the road to full recovery, police have confirmed. The dramatic rescue unfolded around 5pm on Saturday, September 24, 2022, triggering a major emergency response involving SECAmb, KSS Air Ambulance, and HM Coastguard.
Heroic Bystanders Perform Life-Saving First Aid
Before paramedics arrived, quick-thinking members of the public rushed to the boy’s aid, providing crucial first aid that helped stabilise him on the undercliff walk between Ovingdean and the nearby area. The KSS Air Ambulance medics then took over, ensuring the boy was safely transferred to hospital by land ambulance.
Police Rule Out Foul Play: Tragic Accident
Following a thorough investigation, authorities have released a man connected to the incident without charge. Officers confirmed the fall was a tragic accident, describing it as a case of misadventure.
“We are incredibly grateful to the members of the public who helped with the investigation and administered life-saving first aid at the scene,” police said in a statement.
Stay Safe: Coastal Emergencies
In case of any coastal emergency, call 999 immediately and ask for the Coastguard.
