Police have confirmed that a body has been found after three men disappeared on a fishing boat off the coast of Port of Ness, Isle of Lewis.
The boat was reported missing at around 11.35pm on 13 October. Police Scotland said the body has yet to be identified and no updates have been released about the other two men.
Search operation under way
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) said a coastguard aeroplane, two coastguard helicopters, six coastguard rescue teams, two RNLI lifeboats, a local vessel and Police Scotland have been involved in the search.
The disappearance comes amid a yellow weather warning for high winds in the region.
Police statement
Police Scotland said: "Emergency services are in attendance following a report of a missing fishing vessel and three men onboard off the coast of Port of Ness, Isle of Lewis, which was reported to police around 11.35pm on Tuesday, 13 October, 2026.
"The body of one of the men has been recovered, however formal identification is yet to take place. The next of kin of the men are aware and are being supported by officers."
"Extensive searches, assisted by HM Coastguard and RNLI, are ongoing."
