Merseyside Police was called to the East Lancashire Road on Friday
A "lovely man and great neighbour" tragically died after falling from a bridge on the East Lancs Road. Police were called to scene near the junctions of Rainford Road and Abbey Road in St Helens at around 1.20pm on Friday .
A spokesperson for the force expressed: "Sadly, the man was pronounced deceased and his next of kin are being notified and will be supported by specialist officers." In the wake of the tragedy, heartfelt tributes and condolences have been pouring in. Lynsey Houlton shared her thoughts on the ECHO's Facebook page, commenting: "He was a lovely man and a great neighbour who will be greatly missed by all who knew him."
Karyn Somerville also conveyed her sentiments: "Thinking of all their loved ones at this very sad time."
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