Body found in search for missing kayaker

Shane Davies got into difficulty off Pagham and Selsey after becoming separated from a friend, police said

Author: Jason BeckPublished 13th Jun 2021

A body has been found in the search for a missing kayaker off the West Sussex coast.

Shane Davies, 33, disappeared after getting into difficulty off Pagham and Selsey at 3.30pm on Saturday.

Police said he had become separated from a friend as they swam to shore.

Coastguard and police conducted extensive searches of the area.

The body discovered in the water on Sunday morning is believed to be Shane and his family have been told.

Inspector Oliver Pullen of Sussex Police said: "Our thoughts are with Shane's family at this incredibly difficult time.

"I'd like to thank coastguard and other colleagues for their work to help find Shane."