Emergency services responded to a report of a person in the sea off The Esplanade in Lowestoft on Sunday evening. Police, HM Coastguard from Lowestoft, the East of England Ambulance Service, and the East Anglian Air Ambulance were all dispatched to the scene around 8 p.m.
Investigation Underway
Suffolk Constabulary confirmed that a woman in her 30s died at the scene. A police spokesman stated the incident was reported by the ambulance service at 8:03 p.m. The death is currently being treated as unexplained, though authorities report there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances.
A file is being prepared for the coroner, which is standard procedure in cases of sudden and unexplained death. This file will contain all relevant information gathered during the initial response and investigation.
Community Mourns
Following the news, tributes began appearing on social media. One message read, “Rest in paradise Saff,” expressing sympathy and affection for the deceased. Another post identified the woman as Saffron Cole-Nottage, 32, and described her as “the light to my everything.”
The investigation is ongoing, and further details may emerge as the coroner’s inquiry proceeds. It is possible that the coroner may conduct a full inquest to determine the circumstances surrounding the death. Analysts expect that the coroner’s report could take several weeks or months to complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time did emergency services respond?
Emergency services responded to reports of a person in the sea at around 8 p.m. on Sunday evening.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The death is currently being treated as unexplained, but there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances. A file is being completed for the coroner.
Was the deceased identified?
The deceased was identified by friends on social media as Saffron Cole-Nottage, 32.
What role do coroners play in investigating unexpected deaths?
