Two people found unresponsive in car at Durlston

The road to Durlston Country Park on the outskirts of Swanage, was closed off this morning after emergency services were mobilised to investigate an incident in the car park.

Dorset Police issued this statement:

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“We were called at 8.17 am on Monday 3rd August 2020 by the fire service to reports that two people had been found unresponsive in a car parked at Durlston Country Park on Lighthouse Road, Swanage.

“Officers have attended the incident, along with the ambulance service. The road leading to the country park has been closed and a cordon is in place.

“Very sadly the body of a man and a woman were found inside the vehicle.

“Enquiries are underway to identify the individuals, establish the circumstances of the deaths and inform their next of kin. The coroner has been informed.”

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