Rescue teams pull two bodies from River Clyde off Greenock
They've been searching since yesterday afternoon when a tugboat capsized.
Last updated 25th Feb 2023
Officers have confirmed that the bodies of two men have been pulled from the River Clyde in Greenock after a tugboat capsized yesterday.
They were both recovered off Custom House Quay around 1.40pm this afternoon.
Formal identification has yet to take place, however the next of kin of both crew members who had been reported missing have been made aware.
Chief Inspector Damian Kane, local area commander, said: “Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the men at this difficult time and I would ask that their privacy is respected.
“I would like to thank the local community for their patience and support as searches were ongoing and as we continue to carry out our enquiries.”
The Scottish Green party has been paying tribute to the crew members.
West Scotland MSP Ross Greer said: “This is devastating news. All of our thoughts and prayers are very much with the family, friends and colleagues of those involved.
“I also pay tribute to the coastguard, RNLI and all those who assisted with the search and rescue effort. Investigators should now be given the space needed to look into the circumstances of this terrible incident.
“In the meantime I offer my condolences and those of the Scottish Greens at this most difficult of times.”