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Woman’s Body Recovered From River Avon, Death Ruled Non-Suspicious

Authorities have referred the case to the coroner following a ruling that the death showed no suspicious circumstances.

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Overview

  • Police recovered the body of an unnamed woman in her 30s from the River Avon near Bath after reports she struggled while swimming.
  • Avon Fire and Rescue Service and the National Police Air Service coordinated the search that concluded around 8:15pm on July 11.
  • Investigators have ruled out foul play and notified the woman’s next of kin of her death.
  • Under UK law, the case has been referred to the coroner to determine the official cause and circumstances.
  • Officials say no further public inquiries are planned unless new evidence comes to light.