One man has died and another was taken to a hospital after experiencing difficulties in the water at West Wittering Beach on Sunday. Emergency services were alerted around 2:30 p.m. following reports of two adults in distress in the sea.
Paramedics and lifeguards provided treatment at the scene. Despite their efforts, one of the men was pronounced dead at the location. The second man was transported to a hospital as a precautionary measure. Authorities stated that the two individuals are not believed to have known each other. The Sussex Police have informed the next of kin, and the incident has been referred to the coroner's office.
The beach administrators confirmed the fatality, identifying the deceased as a 55-year-old man. They noted that lifeguards, along with ambulance services, the coastguard, and other emergency responders, immediately attended to the situation. The administrators expressed deep sadness and extended condolences to the man's family and friends, while also thanking those who assisted in the response. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation, and speculation has been discouraged.
Coastguards and paramedics were observed on the beach following the incident on Sunday afternoon. IMAGE1