Tragedy struck Barmouth Beach on Bank Holiday Monday as a 34-year-old man sadly lost his life. Emergency services rushed to the scene following reports of a man in the water. Despite their efforts, the man was pronounced dead. A 24-year-old from Birmingham has been arrested on suspicion of murder but has since been released on bail as investigations continue.
Detectives are urging anyone who was at the beach during the incident to come forward, especially if they have photos or videos from the day. These could be crucial to the ongoing investigation.
Detective Superintendent Chris Bell has thanked the public for their overwhelming support and assistance so far. He’s appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or has footage from the beach between 2pm and 4pm on May 25 to reach out. Every piece of information, no matter how small, could help.
There’s an increased police presence in Barmouth for reassurance, as the investigation moves forward. The thoughts of the entire community are with the bereaved family during this heart-wrenching time. If you have any information or footage, please upload it to North Wales Police’s Major Incident Police Portal. Let’s come together to support the investigation and help bring clarity to this devastating event. #BarmouthBeach #PoliceAppeal #CommunitySupport