URGENT UPDATE: A man has tragically died after being pulled from the River Soar in Leicester this evening, just outside Castle Mead Academy. The incident unfolded around 5:35 PM today, January 20, 2025, when emergency services quickly responded to the scene.
Despite immediate medical attention, the man could not be saved and was pronounced dead hours later at the hospital. Authorities confirmed that the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service recovered the victim from the river. A police presence, including several vehicles and a forensics team, secured the area, conducting an investigation while keeping the public at a distance.
Witnesses reported seeing wet clothing and other personal items being collected by detectives as they worked to process the scene on Richard III Road. The police cordon remained in place as they gathered evidence, ultimately declaring that the death is not being treated as suspicious.
A police statement released earlier noted:
“Officers were called to Richard III Road in Leicester just after 5:35 PM today after Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service recovered a man from the River Soar. The man was taken to hospital where he was pronounced deceased. A file is being prepared for HM Coroner.”
This incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, particularly given its proximity to a secondary school. The emotional impact is palpable as neighbors and students process the tragic event.
Authorities continue to investigate, and more details are expected to emerge. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
