Man in His 20s Dies After Major Emergency Response in Ashford
A man in his 20s has tragically died following a major emergency response in South Ashford on Thursday afternoon.
Emergency services were called to Clynton Way at around 3.20pm yesterday, after concerns were raised for a person at a private address.
Air Ambulance Lands Near Health Centre
Multiple emergency vehicles were dispatched to the scene, including:
- Two police cars
- Two land ambulances
- An air ambulance, which landed on the green next to St Stephen’s Health Centre
Despite the efforts of paramedics and first responders, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police: Death Not Treated as Suspicious
A Kent Police spokesperson confirmed:
“We were called to assist at a property in Clynton Way following concerns for a person’s welfare. A man in his 20s was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene. His next of kin has been informed.”
The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a report is being prepared for the coroner.
Community Shocked by Sudden Tragedy
Residents in the quiet residential area reported seeing emergency services stationed outside a property for several hours. The air ambulance drew attention as it landed nearby, with bystanders looking on from St Stephen’s Health Centre and nearby homes.