THERE is sadness after a man who was rescue from the icy waters of the River Foyle tragically died.
The brave volunteers of Foyle Search and Rescue had helped pull him from the river but despite the valiant efforts of their crews and paramedics his life could not be saved.
Foyle Search and Rescue said of the tragic incident: “At 23:25hrs on Saturday, December 14, FSR Duty Teams were alerted by the PSNI to a person observed close to the rivers edge.
“The PSNI and FSR Duty Mobile Unit responded along with Boat crew to the location.
“Pagers were activated and members of our Emergency Response Team backed up our duty crews.
“FSR Boat crew arrived on scene, searched and located a male.
“They removed him to the boat where CPR was immediately commenced.
“The male was transferred to land and re assessed by EFRs.
“PSNI on scene gave assistance and on arrival of Paramedics & EMTs from NIAS the patient was transferred to the Ambulance where our Emergency First Responders assisted the ambulance crew.
“Sadly, despite the best efforts of everyone involved, the patient could not be resuscitated.
“At the time the male had not been identified.
“NIFRS also had several units attend the scene.
“Appreciation to all the Emergency Services & CCTV for there support.
“All volunteers & staff at Foyle Search & Rescue offer our sincere condolences to the Family involved.
“May his soul rest in peace.”
If you know of anyone who needs assistance, they can contact Lifeline, the 24/7 crisis counselling helpline, on 0808 808 8000 or the Samaritans on 116123.
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