Two found dead in search for canoeists who ‘capsized’ in river
Formal identification of the bodies is yet to take place
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Your support makes all the difference.Two people have been found dead after reports of canoeists capsizing in the River Great Ouse.
Police were called to the Weir embankment in Kempston at around 10.50am on Sunday to reports of two capsized canoes and a possible female struggling in the water.
After a search of the river, Bedfordshire Police confirmed later on Sunday that two bodies had been found.
No formal identification has been made.
Officers have asked the public to avoid the areas of Weir embankment and Water Lane while investigations continue.
The force said: “Members of the public may have seen an emergency services presence at the Weir embankment in Water Lane, Kempston this morning, following reports received at around 10.50am of two capsized canoes and a possible female in difficulties.
“Officers, working with Beds Fire and Rescue teams and the EEAST Ambulance Service, have searched the river and sadly, two deceased persons have been discovered.
“The two bodies have been recovered and the Bedfordshire Coroner made aware.
“At this time, no formal identification has been made. Our officers continue to work towards establishing this.
“A police presence will remain in the area as our investigations continue.
“We’d like to ask members of the public to avoid attending the Weir embankment / Water Lane area if you can while we carry out further enquiries.”
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