Heroic man dies after leaping into sea to help rescue two children 'in distress' - Daily Star

Heroic man dies after leaping into sea to help rescue two children 'in distress'The heroic man was said to have been on holiday with his wife when he saw two children in distress in the

water and leapt in to save them, but tragically died at the sceneCommentsNewsAshley Pemberton13:23, 26 May 2025Updated 13:24, 26 May 2025A man died trying to rescue two children from the sea

near Skegness(Image: Google Maps) An heroic passerby has died after diving into the sea to save two children who were struggling at a British seaside resort.

The man in his 60s — whose identify has not been confirmed by police — leapt into the water on Sunday in Ingoldmells, near Skegness, Lincolnshire, to help the children, who appeared to be in

distress.

‌ Lincolnshire Police said he got into difficulty in the water and tragically died at the scene. The force did not provide an update on the condition of the two children.

‌ A spokesman said the man entered the water at around 4pm on Sunday, May 25. The air ambulance, coastguard and RNLI were deployed to the scene, but he could not be saved.

Police have not confirmed the man's identity(Image: Getty Images) The force said in a brief statement: "A 60-year-old man has sadly died after entering the water to help two children who

appeared to be in distress.

Article continues below "The man reportedly entered the sea just after 4pm today (25 May) close to the Promenade in Ingoldmells, he got into difficulty and sadly died at the scene. Our

thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this very sad time."

Social media users praised the man's selfless actions, with one saying: "If there's a bar in heaven where i can send money... let me buy this man his drink for his night!! Some hero right

there!"

Ingoldmells is a popular seaside destination in Lincolnshire(Image: Google Maps)‌ Another said: "What an heroic thing he did! Gave his life to save the children. RIP thoughts are will all

his family. God bless."

A third wrote: "Deepest sympathies with the gentleman's loved ones. How very tragic for all involved. Such a heroic and selfless act to end in such a tragic and heart-breaking way.

"Absolutely so sad to think all involved were just trying to enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend and now be left traumatised and a family grieving and heartbroken over losing their brave, beloved

family member."

‌Ingoldmells beach, where tragedy struck(Image: Simon Adderley) A post from a man claiming to be his brother said the hero was on holiday with his wife at the time of the tragedy.

He went on: "We received the heart-breaking news that he drowned while trying to save some children.

Article continues below "He showed immense courage and selflessness in his final moments — something we will never forget. Please keep him in your thoughts or say a prayer for his soul."

Lincolnshire Police, which has not confirmed the man's identity, has been contacted for comment.

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