Our thoughts are with his family
Emergency services outside Lidl in Minehead, where a man sadly died(Image: Submitted)
Investigations have been launched after a man died suddenly outside a supermarket in Somerset.
A cordon is in place at the Lidl in Seaward Way, Minehead, after paramedics gave emergency treatment to a man in his 30s.
The South Western Ambulance Service called Avon and Somerset Police to the scene shortly before 5am today (Saturday, May 16). Despite the efforts of the emergency services, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Avon and Somerset Police say his death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious.
The man has been formally identified and his next of kin have been informed.
A cordon is in place on Seaward Way(Image: Submitted)
A spokesperson for the force said there will be a heightened police presence in the area throughout the day while further enquiries are carried out.
Avon and Somerset Police said: “A scene is in place in Seaward Way, in Minehead, this morning (Saturday 16 May).
“We were called just before 5am by the ambulance service who were administering treatment to a man in his thirties. Sadly, despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. His death is currently being treated as unexplained but not suspicious.
“Formal identification has taken place and his next of kin has been informed. Our thoughts are with them during this incredibly difficult time and they are being offered support.
“Members of the public can expect to see a heightened police presence throughout the day while enquiries are carried out.
“If you were in the area and witnessed anything, please call us on 101 and quote reference 5226134077.”