Two missing after Devon Christmas Day swim tragedy
A festive swim at Budleigh Salterton turned to tragedy as two men, including a beloved local antique dealer, were swept out to sea in rough conditions. Search efforts continue.
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Two missing after Christmas Day swim tragedy in Devon
A survivor of a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton describes entering the 'worst ever' water as a 'mistake' after two men, including an antiques dealer, went missing. Read the full story.
Christmas Day swim survivor saved by brave bystanders in Devon
Mike Brown, 60, was dragged to safety from 6ft waves during a festive swim in Budleigh Salterton. Two men remain missing after the incident. Read his harrowing account.
Antiques Dealer Missing After Christmas Swim
Matthew Upham, 63, remains missing after a stormy Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services have called off the search. Read the latest updates.
Man missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon named
Matthew Upham, an antiques shop owner, was swept out to sea in Budleigh Salterton during a Christmas Day swim. An extensive search has concluded without locating him or another missing man.
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.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Devon
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.
Two missing after Christmas swim in Devon
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 missing at sea off Devon coast on Christmas Day
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.
Search for Two Missing Men at Devon Beach Called Off
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.
Coastguard search for two missing men in Devon called off
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.
Two missing after Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton
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.
Two missing after Devon Christmas Day sea incident
Two men are missing after a group got into difficulty in the sea off Budleigh Salterton on Christmas Day. Emergency services launched a major search amid severe weather warnings.
Two Missing After Christmas Day Devon Sea Incident
Two men are missing off Budleigh Salterton after a multi-agency rescue on Christmas Day. Emergency services urge public caution due to severe weather warnings.
Two missing after Christmas Day sea rescue in Devon
Emergency services launch major search after two men disappear during festive swim in Sidmouth. Multiple others rescued from dangerous conditions. Stay informed.
Christmas Day Swim Sparks Major Emergency Response in Devon
Emergency services were called to a Devon beach on Christmas Day after swimmers ignored severe weather warnings. Read the full story on the dramatic rescue operation.
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Russian Shadow Fleet Tankers Hit in Ukrainian Drone Strike
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A30 Devon closed for hours after serious crash
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