Family who died in high-rise flat block fall named

Here is the latest breaking news from around the world: Family who died in high-rise flat block fall named8 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on GoogleJames W KellyLondonBBCA couple and their young son fell from a tower block in Churchyard Row, Elephant and CastleA family of three who died after falling from a high-rise block of flats in south London have been named. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said that while they have not been formally identified, they have been named as Aditi Vijay Paralkar, 46, Rakesh Narayan Pai, 47, and their son Sid Pai Paralkar, 9. Emergency services were called to Churchyard Row in Elephant and Castle at about 07:30 BST on 27 May following reports that people had fallen from height.

The Met said officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service, London's Air Ambulance and the London Fire Brigade. Acting Det Supt Dan Whitten said: "Our thoughts remain with Aditi, Rakesh and Sid's family and loved ones while we work at pace to establish the facts surrounding these tragic deaths. "We are keeping an open mind as to the circumstances and would encourage members of the public and the press to refrain from speculation.

"He appealed for anyone with information to contact the police. Listen to the best of Radio London on Sounds and follow London on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to hello.

The development has drawn wide international attention, with diplomatic circles watching closely.