Former football manager Harry Redknapp had a close call when a runaway speedboat nearly crashed into his multi-million-pound Sandbanks home. The dramatic incident unfolded on the Dorset coast, leaving onlookers stunned.
Chaos on the Waterfront
Witnesses reported seeing the powerful speedboat spinning out of control before careering towards Redknapp's waterfront property. The vessel eventually came to rest just metres from the shore, narrowly avoiding a disastrous collision.
Emergency Response
Coastguard teams and lifeboat crews rushed to the scene following multiple 999 calls from concerned residents. "It was terrifying to watch," one local told reporters. "The boat was going in circles at high speed before it headed straight for the houses."
Sandbanks' Celebrity Residents
The exclusive Sandbanks peninsula is known for its celebrity residents and sky-high property prices. Redknapp, who managed clubs including Tottenham and Portsmouth, has lived in the area for years. His seafront home is estimated to be worth over £5 million.
Lucky Escape
Marine investigators are now working to determine what caused the mechanical failure. "We're just thankful no one was hurt," a coastguard spokesperson said. "This could have ended very differently."
The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers even in Britain's most exclusive coastal communities.
