Man taken to hospital after coasteering incident

Friday, 14 August 2015 00:00

A man was taken to hospital today after injuring himself whilst coasteering in Peel.

Police have confirmed the emergency services attended Fenella Beach just after 3.30pm.

It's believed the man was part of an organised group taking part in the activity which sees people jump from the cliffs into the sea.

He reportedly injured his back and was taken to Noble's Hospital for treatment.

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