A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after a 17-year-old boy and a 12-year-old girl died in a tragic incident at Bournemouth beach. The event occurred on Wednesday afternoon, and the police have launched an investigation into the matter. The emergency services responded to the “multi-agency” incident, and ten people were recovered from the water.
Victim Injuries
The 17-year-old boy and 12-year-old girl had suffered critical injuries and were taken to the hospital. Unfortunately, they died later, and the families of the victims have been notified. The other eight people recovered from the water received treatment at the scene for non-life-threatening injuries.
Police Investigation
Dorset Police have urged anyone with information that may assist their enquiries to come forward. Detective Chief Superintendent Neil Corrigan has asked the public not to speculate about the circumstances surrounding the incident. He said, “Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the young people who tragically died, and we are doing all we can to support their families.”
Emergency Services Responded
South Western Ambulance NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) sent multiple teams to the scene, including two air ambulances, six land ambulances, and a critical care car. The coastguard also conducted a search to ensure that no one else was missing and was satisfied that there were no other people involved in the incident.
The incident has caused great sadness in the community, and the police have appealed to anyone who may have witnessed the event to come forward. The investigation is still in its early stages, and the police have not provided any further details about the incident.
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