A body has been retrieved from the River Thames as authorities searched for a man in his 60s who went missing after a rowing boat overturned. The individual, a member of Weybridge Rowing Club, was the only one not accounted for when six people fell into the water near Sunbury Lock, Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, on Friday, 11 October. Specialist search teams from Surrey Police found a man’s body close to Sunbury Weir on Sunday.
The incident is not being considered suspicious, and formal identification is pending. The family of the missing man has been notified and is receiving support from a specialist officer, according to police.
Chief Inspector Andy Jenkins of North Surrey stated, “We have maintained close contact with the man’s family throughout this tragic event to provide support and information during this extremely challenging time.” He added that their thoughts are with the family and requested privacy for them as they grieve. An investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.
What Other Media Are Saying
- The Guardian reports a man’s body found near Sunbury weir after a rowing boat capsized, with authorities confirming his death not suspicious, honoring family’s privacy amid ongoing inquiry.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What happened in the River Thames incident?
A man in his 60s went missing after a rowing boat overturned near Sunbury Lock.
Which rowing club was the missing man a member of?
The missing man was a member of Weybridge Rowing Club.
Where was the body found?
The body was found close to Sunbury Weir.
Are the authorities treating the incident as suspicious?
No, the incident is not being considered suspicious.
How are the authorities supporting the missing man’s family?
The family is receiving support from a specialist officer and has been notified.
