A man's body has been recovered from the River Orwell after a lengthy search operation at Ipswich's waterfront.
The big picture: Emergency services conducted an extensive multi-agency search lasting nearly eight hours after reports of a man falling into the water on Tuesday afternoon.
Police were alerted just before 3:15pm on Tuesday, October 8, to reports of a man falling into the wet dock area off Helena Road.
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service, HM Coastguard, and East of England Ambulance Service joined Suffolk Police in the rescue operation.
Sadly, a body was located and recovered around 11pm.
Why it matters: The incident has deeply affected the local community and highlights the potential dangers around the town's waterfront area.
What they're saying: Suffolk Police confirmed the death is not being treated as suspicious. A file will be prepared for the coroner.
Next steps:
The man's next of kin have been notified.
Authorities may review safety measures along the waterfront in light of this tragic event.
The bottom line: This sad outcome serves as a stark reminder for residents to exercise extreme caution around waterways, even in familiar settings.
