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Shoreham Tragedy: Four Dead, One Critical After Water Incident
19 Aug
Summary
- Four family members died in a tragic water incident.
- A younger girl remains in critical condition in hospital.
- Emergency services conducted an extensive water search.
Tragic news emerged from Shoreham on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following a water incident that claimed the lives of four individuals. Authorities have confirmed all four were members of the same family, and their next of kin have been notified and are being supported by specialist officers.
A younger girl from the same family was transported to the hospital and is reported to be in critical condition. Emergency services, including multiple ambulances and two air ambulances, were dispatched to the scene near the RNLI station.
Following an extensive search of the water, officials have stated that they are not looking for any additional individuals in connection with the incident. A section of the A259 in Shoreham was closed during the emergency response. The local MP expressed deep sadness over the news, extending condolences to the family and friends and wishing for the young girl's recovery.
