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Man dies in medical emergency on beach, police say

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Emergency services were called to Middle Beach at Knoll Beach earlier

A man has died after a medical emergency on a beach, police have said.

Emergency crews were called to Middle Beach at Knoll Beach in Studland, Dorset, at 11:45 BST to help a man in his 80s who was in need of help.

Paramedics, a lifeboat and the air ambulance attended but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers said his death was not suspicious and his family had been informed.

South Western Ambulance Service said it sent two ambulances, an operations officer and a rapid response vehicle.

The air ambulance also landed nearby but returned directly to its base at Henstridge.

A police spokesperson said: "Our thoughts are with the man's family and friends at this very difficult time."

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