Emergency services at serious incident in Sockburn

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Dec 13, 2024 |

Emergency services are responding to a serious incident on Ashtead Lane in Sockburn, where a man has climbed a live power pylon.

Police confirmed they were alerted to the situation at 7.40 PM by St John Ambulance.

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Authorities are urging the public to stay clear of the area for safety reasons.

A significant emergency presence, including police and other first responders, remains on the scene.

The road has been blocked off by police.

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

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