Man missing after Christmas Day sea rescue in Devon
Matthew Upham, 63, vanished after entering the sea to help a woman in distress during a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. The community mourns a 'true hero'.
Matthew Upham, 63, vanished after entering the sea to help a woman in distress during a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. The community mourns a 'true hero'.
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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.
The coastguard has called off the search for two men missing off Budleigh Salterton, Devon, on Christmas Day. Emergency services were alerted after people were seen in difficulty in the water. Read the full story.
A major search for two men missing off Budleigh Salterton beach on Christmas Day has been stood down. Emergency services rescued others amid severe weather warnings that cancelled festive swims.
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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