Police in Warwick have once again issued safety advice after people were spotted jumping from bridges into the River Avon.

Officers with the Warwick Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) issued the warnings this week after several reports of people jumping from Castle Bridge and Charter Bridge in St Nicholas Park during the heatwave.

Safety warning issued after people spotted jumping off bridges into rivers in Wa...

A spokesperson from the Warwick SNT said: “We’re aware of ongoing incidents involving people jumping from bridges into the river at St Nicholas Park over the last few days and going forward into the summer.

Officers in Warwick have once again issued safety advice after people were spotted jumping from bridges into the River Avon. Photos by Warwick SNT

“Our officers are carrying out regular patrols in the area to monitor the situation and provide reassurance. However, there are limited enforcement options available unless specific offences are being committed.

“That said, this behaviour poses a serious risk to personal safety.

“Water depth can vary, hidden hazards may be present, and cold water shock can occur even in warmer weather.

“While enjoying the park, we’d also ask everyone to be mindful of their surroundings — keep noise levels reasonable, take litter home or use the bins provided, and be respectful of others who are using the space.

Officers were patrolling the area. Photo by Warwick SNT

“We would strongly urge anyone visiting the park to think carefully about the risks and help keep themselves and others safe.”

Officers from the SNT were out patrolling the area yesterday evening (June 26).

During patrol, PC Jones and Special A/Sgt Bhundia issued advice to several groups in the area warning them about the dangers of jumping into the river.

The warning comes less than a month after the same advice was issues to residents and park visitors during the hot weather in May.

Officers in Warwick have once again issued safety advice after people were spotted jumping from bridges into the River Avon. Photo by Warwick SNT

Warwickshire Police, Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service and Warwick District Council all issued safety pleas after people were spotted jumping off bridges into the River Leam and the River Avon.

These were issued after 11 young people died during the May heatwave – with one tragic death including 16-year-old Lillianna Tomlinson, who died after she entered the River Tame close to Kingsbury Water Park.