A man and a woman have died after being pulled from the sea at one of Cornwall's busiest beaches. Emergency services were called to Fistral Beach in Newquay at approximately 9.45pm on Sunday following reports that two people had been recovered from the water.
Emergency Response and Scene
Police, paramedics, and other emergency responders attended the scene, establishing a cordon while they dealt with the incident. Despite their efforts, both casualties were pronounced dead at the scene. A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: 'Police were called by the South Western Ambulance Service at around 9.45pm on Sunday 26 July following reports that two people had been recovered from the water at Fistral Beach, Newquay. Emergency services attended and a cordon was put in place, which has since been removed. Sadly, a man and a woman were pronounced deceased at the scene. Their families have been informed, and our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time.'
Investigation and Next Steps
The deaths are not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for HM Coroner. The families of the man and woman have been informed. The incident occurred at a popular surfing destination, attracting thousands of visitors annually. Further details about the victims have not yet been released.
