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Man who died trying to save people from sea named Mark Ratcliffe.
Summary
Mark Ratcliffe, 67, has been named after dying while trying to help two people in the sea near Withernsea; a 45-year-old woman's body was recovered and police continue to search for one person reported missing.
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Mark Ratcliffe, aged 67, has been named after he died trying to save two people from the sea near Withernsea, Humberside Police said. His family issued a tribute calling him a "true selfless hero" and described him as a loving husband, father and grandfather. A 45-year-old woman was later recovered from the water and officers are searching for one remaining person reported missing. Rescue teams, including RNLI crews and air services, were deployed to assist and the search was later stood down.
Key details:
- Mark Ratcliffe, 67, died after entering the sea to try to help two people, police reported.
- A 45-year-old woman's body was recovered from the water.
- Officers say one person remains missing and searches have continued.
- Mr Ratcliffe's family described him as a "true selfless hero" in a public tribute.
Summary:
Mr Ratcliffe's death has prompted tributes from his family and attention from the local community. Police recovered a 45-year-old woman's body and continue to search for a person reported missing. Undetermined at this time.
