UPDATE: Man missing at sea of Bournemouth beach 'safe and well'
HM Coastguard has been leading an operation (Monday 24th June)
Last updated 24th Jun 2024
A man, reported missing in the water off Bournemouth beach has been found 'safe and well'.
An air and sea search was launched earlier this afternoon (Monday 24th June).
HM Coastguard's helicopter had been seen circling the area close to the Pier.
The RNLI crew from Poole and Dorset Police have also been involved in the search.
In a statement, the Coastguard confirmed:
"The man was located safe and well further down the beach."