More details released following tragedy at canal in north Cornwall
It has been revealed that an elderly father was trying to save his disabled daughter
More details have been revealed following a tragedy at a canal in north Cornwall.
We told you how an elderly man died in Bude and a young woman was pulled to safety from the water.
Emergency services were called to the scene on Wednesday evening amid concerns for the welfare of two people in the water.
It has now been revealed that the 86-year-old man had died while rescuing his disabled daughter.
Lawrence Casey was trying to help Jessica after she lost control of her mobility scooter.
His family praised members of the public who went to help during the incident.
“We are deeply shocked of course but I am so incredibly heartened by those who helped,” they said.
“My family and I would like to express our deep gratitude for all those involved.”
They told the BBC: “He was devoted to the care of his disabled daughter and his final act of love as a father was to sacrifice his life to save hers.”
A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Emergency services were called at 5.20pm to Bude Canal following reports of concern for the welfare of two people in the water.
“A woman in her 20s pulled from the water by members of the public and was taken to hospital by land ambulance.
“A man in his 80s was confirmed deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.
“The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”