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Search Continues for Missing Man After Thames Boat Capsizes

A man in his 60s remains missing after a rowing boat carrying six people capsized near Sunbury Lock on Friday morning.

  • Emergency services were alerted to the incident at Sunbury Lock, near Wheatleys Eyot, at approximately 8:50 AM on Friday.
  • Five adults were rescued from the water, and three of them were taken to the hospital for further checks.
  • Surrey Police, along with fire and rescue services and the coastguard, are actively searching for the missing man.
  • Authorities have stated there are no suspicious circumstances or third-party involvement in the incident.
  • Local residents have been advised to avoid the area as search efforts continue.
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