Search for missing kayaker stops in Arisaig

Rescue teams have stopped searching for a missing man who was last seen leaving the beach in a red kayak, near Arisaig.

Published 15th Jan 2016

Rescue teams have stopped searching for a missing man who was last seen leaving the beach in a red kayak, near Arisaig.

A major search and rescue operation was launched yesterday by crews from the Coastguard and RNLI.

Angus MacIver, Duty Controller for the UK Coastguard said: "Following a comprehensive search effort in the area with nothing found, a decision has been taken to terminate the search pending any further information."

Officials say the man's next of kin have been informed.