In a tragic incident, a man has died after being pulled from the River Soar in Leicester, close to Castle Mead Academy. Police and emergency services were called to the scene on Richard III Road just after 5:35 pm on Monday, 20th January.
According to the police statement, the Leicester Fire and Rescue Service recovered the man from the river, and he was immediately rushed to the hospital. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, the man was pronounced dead at the hospital. The police have confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner’s investigation to determine the cause.
The area around the incident was cordoned off by the police, and a forensic team was seen collecting evidence, including what appeared to be wet clothing and other items. The cordon was eventually taken down as the investigation continued.
“Officers were called to Richard III Road in Leicester just after 5.35pm today (Monday 20 January) after Leicester Fire and Rescue Service recovered a man from the River Soar,” the police statement read. “The man was taken to hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file is being prepared for HM Coroner. Identification will be a matter for the coroner.”
The tragic incident has left the community in shock, and the authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. The coroner’s investigation will provide more clarity on the matter, and the police have assured that they are doing everything in their power to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation.