'Kitesurfer' dies on beach in Walberswick
It's thought the man was kitesurfing before his death
Last updated 8th Feb 2021
Police have confirmed that a man, thought to be kitesurfing, has died at a beach in Walberswick, Suffolk.
The man in his 50s was found by members of the public on the shore, he sadly died at the scene despite receiving medical attention.
It is believed he was kitesurfing in stormy conditions.
Calls to the emergency services were made at 3.20 pm on Sunday 7 February, reporting concern for welfare of a man in the sea off Walberswick beach.
HM Coastguard, East of England Ambulance Service and police attended the scene.
His next of kin have been informed.
In a statement, Suffolk police said: "An investigation into the incident is continuing but at this stage there are not thought to be any suspicious circumstances.
"A file will be prepared for the coroner in due course. Witnesses or anybody with any information is asked to contact Halesworth Police, quoting CAD 189 of 7th February by calling 101 or going to http://www.suffolk.police.uk/contact-us/existing-report-update.