Two disabled people confirmed as those missing after boat capsized on Devon lake
A marine accident investigation has been opened into what happened
Last updated 9th Jun 2022
A marine accident investigation has been launched after a boat capsized on a lake in Devon, where two disabled people currently remain missing.
Multiple agencies were deployed to the scene on Wednesday (8th June), including police, fire, ambulance, the air ambulance, coastguard and search and rescue teams.
Two people were removed from the water at the lake, in Lewdown near Okehampton, and taken to Derriford Hospital for treatment.
One remains in hospital in a critical condition, while the other since been discharged.
Two others were removed from the water and checked by paramedics, then discharged at the scene.
A further two people are currently still unaccounted for.
The government's Marine Accident Investigation Branch website confirms that an investigation has now been opened.
The statement reads: "Capsize of a motor vessel on Roadford Lake in Devon, England. The vessel was carrying 6 occupants, 4 have been rescued but 2 disabled persons still remain unaccounted for."
In the latest update from police officers have confirmed that searches are ongoing.
In a statement on Thursday (9th June), Devon & Cornwall Police said: "Police remain at Roadford Lake in Lewdown, Okehampton, following an incident yesterday (Wednesday 8th June) where a boat capsized in the water.
"Police-led searches have recommenced today, Thursday 9 June, and efforts continue to locate two missing people.
"Two people were removed from the water and taken to Derriford Hospital for treatment.
"One person has since been discharged and one person remains in hospital in a critical condition.
"Two other people were removed from the water and checked by ambulance teams before being discharged at the scene.
"We are supporting the families of all those involved.
"The lake will remain closed for public access for the foreseeable future and localised road closures remain in place at the activity centre to allow access for the relevant emergency services".
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