Two missing after Christmas Day sea incident in Devon
Police warn against Boxing Day swims after two men were swept out to sea at Budleigh Salterton on Christmas Day. Extensive searches have concluded without locating them.
Police warn against Boxing Day swims after two men were swept out to sea at Budleigh Salterton on Christmas Day. Extensive searches have concluded without locating them.
Matthew Upham, 63, and another man are missing at sea after a Christmas Day swim in rough conditions off Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services launched a major search.
Matthew Upham, 63, is missing after being swept out to sea during a Christmas Day swim at Budleigh Salterton. The community mourns the local antiques dealer.
Two men, including a local antiques dealer, are missing after a traditional Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton turned to tragedy. A major search has been called off.
The coastguard has ended its search for two men who disappeared during a Christmas Day sea swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services were called at 10.25am.
Extensive search for two men missing after a Christmas Day sea swim at Budleigh Salterton has ended. Emergency services recovered others safely. Our thoughts are with the families.
Two wild swimmers remain missing after a traditional Christmas Day dip in Budleigh Salterton, Devon, turned to tragedy in stormy conditions. A major search operation has been stood down.
Police issue urgent warning against Boxing Day swims after two men go missing during a Christmas Day dip in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Search called off amid difficult conditions.
A major search operation was launched in Devon after two men disappeared during a Christmas Day swim. Emergency services urge caution as weather warnings remain.
Two men remain missing after getting into difficulty at Budleigh Salterton. Police urge the public to avoid Boxing Day swims despite the conclusion of extensive searches.
A major search operation for two swimmers missing off Budleigh Salterton has been stood down. Emergency services warn of dangerous sea conditions. Read the full story.
A desperate search is underway for two men missing after a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton, Devon. Emergency services were called amid strong winds. Read the latest updates.
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