Man dies in Telford DIY store

West Midland Ambulance Service are reporting that members of the public attempted to provide life support to a man who fell ill during a visit to Homebase at Wrekin Retail Park yesterday.

A spokesperson from the Service told Telford Live! “We were called to a medical emergency at Wrekin Retail Park near Arleston, Telford at 3.36pm.

“Two ambulances and a paramedic officer were sent to the scene where, on arrival, crews discovered a man in a critical condition receiving basic life support by members of the public.

“Ambulance staff immediately took over to administer advanced life support but sadly, despite everyone’s best efforts, he could not be saved and was confirmed dead at the scene.”

The ambulances were seen leaving the store around 5:30pm.

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