A tragic incident occurred at a supermarket in Tylorstown, Ferndale, as a 66-year-old man was found dead. South Wales Police responded to a call reporting an unconscious man at the Lidl store on East Road in Tylorstown at approximately 1.10pm on Saturday. Despite efforts from paramedics and response officers, the man, who was from Ferndale, was declared deceased at the scene. The police have confirmed that there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the man’s death and that no further investigation will take place.
The authorities released a statement saying, “Officers attended Lidl, East Road, Tylorstown, Ferndale at 1.10pm today (Saturday, October 19) following a report of an unconscious man. A 66-year-old man from Ferndale was declared deceased at the scene following attention from paramedics and response officers. There are no suspicious circumstances.”
The incident has left the community in shock, with residents expressing their condolences for the man’s untimely passing. The police have assured the public that there is no cause for concern regarding the circumstances of the man’s death. The supermarket has temporarily closed to allow for investigations to take place, but it is expected to reopen once the necessary procedures have been completed.
Local authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the ongoing inquiries. The man’s identity has not been disclosed, pending notification of his next of kin. As the community mourns this tragic loss, support services are being made available to those who may have been affected by the incident.
This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of coming together as a community in times of grief. The authorities are working diligently to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to understand the circumstances surrounding the man’s passing and to provide closure for his loved ones.