Man dies in Netherton after being found in canal - police remain at scene
A man has died after being found in canal water in Netherton, it has been confirmed.
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Fire crews were called to Bratch Close off Cradley Road near to Primrose Bridge, known locally as Astle Bridge, shortly before 9.05am on Friday (February 7).
A man found in the canal was brought to the shore by police officers and fire crews, a West Midlands Fire Service spokesman said.
The spokesman added: "A fire engine from Tipton and a fire engine from Haden Cross responded to the incident, supported by a crew of specialist technical rescue firefighters.
"...Very sadly, attending paramedics pronounced the individual dead at the scene. We left the incident with West Midlands Police in attendance."
