Man dies after entering canal in police chase during Notting Hill Carnival
A MAN in his 20s has died after entering a canal while being pursued by police during Notting Hill Carnival.
TL;DR
- A man in his 20s died after entering a canal while being pursued by police at Notting Hill Carnival.
- He was pulled from the water by officers and the public, and CPR was administered.
- Despite rescue efforts, he died before reaching the hospital.
- The Independent Office for Police Conduct will investigate the incident.
- Notting Hill Carnival's final day saw 351 arrests, bringing the total to 560 over the celebration.
- The event was described as having an overwhelmingly positive and celebratory mood, with a marked reduction in serious violence compared to previous years.