A BODY has been found in the search for a man who went missing after a boat was involved in a severe fatal collision.
Emergency services had rushed to the scene near Tipner, Portsmouth, shortly before 8pm on Thursday, after the horrific crash.
Police said the severe collision involving a rigid hulled inflatable boat had killed one man and left another missing.
Following the death of the man in his 60s, a major search was launched for the other missing man, also in his 60s.
Tragically, police confirmed they had recovered a body yesterday morning.
In an update today, they said: “The body of a man was found yesterday morning (Tuesday 19 August), following a collision involving a private rigid hulled inflatable boat near Tipner in Portsmouth at around 7.20pm on Thursday 14 August.
“While formal identification has not yet taken place, the man’s family have been informed and continue to be supported by specially trained officers.
“A file will be prepared for the coroner.
“Police and the man’s family would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal, contacted us with information or helped with the searches.
“The family of man in his 60s from Emsworth, who was subsequently pronounced dead in hospital on Thursday following the incident, also continue to be supported by specially trained officers.”
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Abbie Leeson said: “We are aware the community has been both saddened and shocked by this incident and we want to reassure you that our enquiries to establish the full circumstances are ongoing.”
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