A man's body has been recovered from the River Mersey, prompting a significant emergency services response at Liverpool's Pier Head. The discovery was made on Monday, June 15, 2026, at approximately 12:15 PM.
Emergency Services Respond
Merseyside Police confirmed that they received a report of a body found in the water near the iconic waterfront location. Officers from Merseyside Police, along with Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, North West Ambulance Service, and the Coastguard, were dispatched to the scene. A cordon has been established around the area, and members of the public are advised to avoid the vicinity.
The body of the man has not yet been formally identified. A post-mortem examination will be conducted to determine the cause of death. Enquiries are ongoing, and police have urged anyone with information to come forward.
Ongoing Investigation
A spokesperson for Merseyside Police stated: "We can confirm emergency services are currently at the Pier Head in Liverpool. At around 12.15pm today (Monday 15 June), we received a report that the body of a man had been found in the water. He is yet to be formally identified and enquiries are ongoing. A post mortem examination will take place to establish the cause of death."
The cordon near the ferry terminal remains in place as investigations continue. Authorities are working to identify the individual and understand the circumstances surrounding the incident.
