A man died following a cardiac arrest at the Port of Felixstowe this morning, it has been confirmed.
Police, fire and ambulance were all called to what was described as a “medical emergency” at the port at 8.19am on Saturday.
Now, it has been confirmed that a person died after suffering a cardiac arrest.
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A spokesman for East of England Ambulance Service said: “Two ambulances and a rapid response vehicle attended to a man who suffered a cardiac arrest at Felixstowe docks just before 8.30am.
“Sadly, the patient died at the scene.”
Five police vehicles were dispatched after the initial call out, remaining on the scene for several hours.
A fire engine and fire control car were also seen at Dock Gate One entrance, with a crew seen wearing white chemical suits.
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