Worthing beach evacuation: Woman sadly dies next to Worthing Pier

A woman has sadly died on Worthing beach this afternoon (June 25).
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Adur and Worthing Police confirmed the woman, believed to be in her 50s, suffered a 'medical episode' and has sadly passed away.

The beach next to the pier was evacuated at around midday today as the air ambulance landed.

Seven police cars and three ambulance were also reported to be on the scene.

Eye witness reported the air ambulance landing in nearby Homefield Park after taking off at around 1pm.