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Body found in Needham Lake during search for missing man

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Police have recovered a man's body from Needham Lake following a weekend-long search operation. The death is not being treated as suspicious.

What's new: A body was discovered in Needham Lake, Suffolk, on Sunday evening during a search for a missing man.

  • The body was recovered from the water on 29 September

  • Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious

Background:

  • Searches began on Friday 27 September at Needham Lake, off Coddenham Road.

  • The operation continued throughout the weekend.

  • Multiple agencies were involved, including Suffolk Lowland Search and Rescue (SULSAR) and Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service.

Why it matters: The discovery brings closure to the search operation, though it represents a tragic outcome for the missing person's family and friends.

What's next:

  • A file will be prepared for the coroner

  • The deceased's next of kin have been notified

The bottom line: While the search has concluded, authorities have not released further details about the man's identity or the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and death.

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Quick fire crew response prevents Spring Road blaze from spreading

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Firefighters raced to a home on Spring Road earlier this morning to tackle a bedroom blaze, successfully stopping flames from spreading to the roof.

Two fire crews at the scene
Two crews attended the sceneSFRS

The occupant was alerted to the fire and woken up by their smoke alarm, allowing them to safely exit the property and call Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service quickly.

Firefighters from Princes Street and Ipswich East fire stations were on scene within minutes of being called at 10.18am. The incident was closed at 12.40pm.

Burnt remains of a bedroom
Firefighters stressed the importance of closing bedroom doors at nightSFRS

Two crews responded to the incident.

The fire is believed to have been caused by an electrical appliance. Residents can find more information about fire safety in their homes through Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service's safety guidance.

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