Man dies after getting into difficulty at Cleethorpes beach

It happened on Wednesday afternoon at Humberston Fitties beach

Author: Rebecca QuarmbyPublished 11th Aug 2022
Last updated 11th Aug 2022

A man has died after getting into difficulty at Humberston Fitties beach in Cleethorpes.

Officers were called to the scene around 4:00pm yesterday (Wednesday 10 August) following reports for a concern for safety.

A spokesperson from Humberside Police said:

“Upon attending, it was discovered that a man was unconscious after coming into difficulty in the water.

Emergency Services from the Coastguard, RNLI, ambulance and police attended the incident. CPR and lifesaving efforts were carried out by the lifeboat and paramedics, but sadly the man was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Our thoughts are with man’s family and loved ones who were supported by officers on scene.

The incident has been reported to HM Coroner.”