Search operation underway to find young woman missing from Newquay

Police, the force helicopter, Coastguard rescue teams and the RNLI are all involved in the search for Sarah Thomson

Multi agency operation to find missing Sarah Thomson
Author: Charlotte FisherPublished 31st Jan 2021
Last updated 31st Jan 2021

UPDATE: Police have confirmed that Sarah has now been found

A multi-agency operation is underway to find a young woman who's gone missing from the Newquay area.

Sarah Thomson was last seen at around 2pm on Saturday afternoon (30th January).

Devon and Cornwall Police say say they are 'extremely concerned' for the 28-year-old runner's welfare.

Urgent appeal as young woman from the Newquay area goes missing

Police and Coastguard rescue teams were seen parked up at The Atlantic Hotel in the town.

The police helicopter was also out searching the bay on Sunday morning (31st January).

Devon and Cornwall Police helicopter flying over the bay at Newquay, in the search for missing Sarah Thomson

Later on Sunday afternoon, Newquay RNLI confirmed its crews were helping police with the search for Sarah.

Devon and Cornwall Police say they are following a number of investigative inquiries as they continue to search for Sarah.

There will be a police presence in the area for most of the day or until she is found.

Newquay Police Response are among dozens to share the original appeal on social media, urging anyone who sees Sarah to call 999.

"Newquay police & emergency responders are extremely concerned for Sarah's welfare.

"She is currently missing and our priority today is to find her.

"Please spread the word to assist.

"You will see search teams and helicopters searching today".

Newquay Police Response on Twitter

Anyone who might have seen Sarah is being urged to phone 999, quoting log number 749 of 30/01/21.