A tragic incident occurred at a Birmingham rooftop bar, Henman & Cooper, where a man in his 40s fell several floors to his death over the recent bank holiday weekend. The event took place around 6:20 pm on Sunday in the city center at Colmore Row. Law enforcement sealed off the building’s entrance, deploying multiple police vehicles and three ambulances near the Council House pedestrian area, as reported by Birmingham Live.
West Midlands Police stated that the man had fallen from multiple floors within the building and was rushed to the hospital, where he later passed away. Authorities confirmed that there is no suspicion of foul play surrounding the incident.
In an official statement, a spokesperson for the police force mentioned, “We were alerted to the incident at Colmore Row in Birmingham city center yesterday at approximately 6:20 pm. The male victim, aged in his 40s, succumbed to his injuries after falling from a height within a building. Our condolences go out to his family during this difficult time. The incident is not deemed suspicious, and a report is being prepared for the coroner.”
An eyewitness, present at a nearby establishment, expressed her shock at the swift response of emergency services, stating, “I heard about the accident shortly after it happened.”
Following the unfortunate event, Henman & Cooper announced via social media that it would be closed for the remainder of Sunday due to unforeseen circumstances. The venue conveyed its regret and gratitude for patrons’ understanding, looking forward to welcoming them back soon.
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