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Man, 72, critical after Penarth boat fall | Man, 72, critical after Penarth boat fall |
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A 72-year-old man is in a critical condition in hospital after falling from a boat off Penarth in the Vale of Glamorgan. | A 72-year-old man is in a critical condition in hospital after falling from a boat off Penarth in the Vale of Glamorgan. |
Two lifeboats were sent to rescue him from Lavernock Point at about 12:15 GMT. An RAF Sea King helicopter was also called, although it was not used. | |
The man was brought to shore and taken to Cardiff's University Hospital of Wales by ambulance. | The man was brought to shore and taken to Cardiff's University Hospital of Wales by ambulance. |
South Wales Police is investigating the incident. | South Wales Police is investigating the incident. |