A man has died after emergency crews were called to reports of a person in the sea.

An air ambulance, along with ambulance crews and police, were called to Eastbourne Beach yesterday following reports of a man in the sea shortly before 12pm.

A police spokesman confirmed that a 39-year-old man died at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed. Police have said his death is not thought to be suspicious.


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The spokesman said: “Emergency services responded to a report of a man in the sea at Eastbourne beach shortly before 12pm on Wednesday, June 28.

“Sadly, a 39-year-old man was declared deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

“There were no suspicious circumstances and a report will be prepared for HM Coroner.”