Man, 60, dies at Ingoldmells after going into the sea to help two children

A man has died going to help two children who appeared to be in distress in the sea, police have said.

The 60-year-old man is reported to have gone into the seat at Ingoldmells just after 4pm yesterday (Sunday, May 25) after spotting two children.

A force statement said: “The man reportedly entered the sea just after 4pm close to the Promenade in Ingoldmells, he got into difficulty and sadly died at the scene.

“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this very sad time.”