Emergency crews launched a massive search off the coast of Selsey on Sunday following reports of a person spotted in the water near Selsey Beach.
At 11:20am, HM Coastguard responded by deploying two search and rescue helicopters. Teams from both Selsey and Littlehampton Coastguard Rescue rushed to the scene to assist in the operation. In addition, the RNLI launched both inshore and all-weather lifeboats from Selsey to thoroughly scour the surrounding waters.
Sussex Police were alerted around midday after reports of a possible lifeless body in the water. Police officers quickly joined the sea rescue teams to support the ongoing search efforts.
Despite a comprehensive search conducted by the Coastguard, RNLI, and Sussex Police, no missing person or anyone in distress was found. The large-scale search operation was stood down by HM Coastguard at 2pm, with Sussex Police confirming the search officially ended at 2:15pm.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward immediately to assist with any further investigations.
Originally published by UKNIP.
