Alderney postman dies after cliff rescue ordeal

Monday 21st February 2011, 2:30PM GMT.

Alderney aerialA MAN who died following a treacherous cliff-top rescue in Alderney on Friday has been named as Jamie Spandler.

Mr Spandler, 44, was a postman in the island and was well known.

He had been rescued from the bottom of the cliffs at Blue Bay on Friday night but later died in hospital.

Police have described the rescue mission as lengthy and hazardous.

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    Poor man. He’d had a torrid time of late. I hope he’s found some peace.

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    Alderney Resident

    will be a much missed resident. R.I.P Jamie. deepest condolences to all his family, the island is here to support you all in the tough time.

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