Hero Dies in Sea Rescue Attempt, Teenager Still Missing
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A man died after entering dangerous waters to try and save a mother and her teenage daughter, police have confirmed.
Mark Ratcliffe, 67, attempted the rescue at Withernsea in East Yorkshire on Friday. The body of Sarah Keeling, 45, was later recovered.
Her 15-year-old daughter, Grace Keeling, remains missing after being washed away. A search is ongoing.
Humberside Police described the incident as a tragic attempt to help others in distress.