A woman in her 60s has tragically died after entering the sea to rescue her pet dog that became stuck in the water. The incident occurred at Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire, where a man, also in his 60s, was taken to hospital and remains in a critical condition.
Details of the Incident
According to LancashireLive, the dog was recovered from the sea 'safe and well' by authorities. Police were contacted shortly after 8:31pm on Saturday, May 30, following reports that two people had been rescued from the sea by HM Coastguard. The woman received treatment at the scene but was sadly pronounced dead at the hospital.
Police Statement
A spokesperson for Lancashire Constabulary said: 'Shortly after 8:31pm yesterday, we were contacted by the ambulance service to inform us they were treating two people after they had been recovered from the sea in Thornton Cleveleys by HM Coastguard. Our officers attended the scene, near to Fleetwood Beach Cafe. At this time, we understand that a man and a woman had got into difficulty in the water after entering to rescue their dog who had become stuck. They were treated at the scene, but sadly the woman, aged in her 60s, was pronounced dead at hospital. Enquiries to identify her next of kin are ongoing. The man, also in his 60s, was taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition. The dog was recovered safe and well. There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the woman’s death, and a file will be passed to the coroner in due course.'
Community Response
The incident has shocked the local community, with many expressing their condolences. The dog's safe recovery provided a small comfort amid the tragedy. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances, but no suspicious elements have been identified.
