Police appeal for witnesses after death of rower on River Lune in Lancaster
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A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: “There was an increased police presence on Sunday, October 8 2023, after a two-man skull boat got into difficulty on the River Lune by Skerton Weir, Lancaster.
“Very sadly, a 46-year-old man died.
“As part of the Coronial investigation, a pre-inquest review hearing has taken place today (February 8).
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Hide Ad“Whilst a number of witnesses were spoken to at the scene, if you witnessed the boat launch that day from John O Gaunt Rowing Club and the subsequent emergency response, and haven’t yet spoken to police, police would ask that you get in contact.
“Anyone with information can email [email protected] or phone 101.
“This is a Coronial investigation, and there is no ongoing live police investigation.”