One person missing after boat carrying six people capsizes on Thames

Police and rescue services are searching for a missing person after a boat with six people capsized suddenly in the Thames.

Authorities in Elmbridge said the vessel flipped over around 8.50am this morning, and five of those onboard have been found safely.

But one person is still missing, prompting a frantic search.

In a statement Surrey Police said: ‘We, along with other emergency services including SECAMB and Surrey Fire and Rescue, are currently on scene at Sunbury Lock near Wheatleys Eyot after we were called at around 8.50am this morning (11 October) following reports of a small boat capsizing.

‘We believe that there were six people involved in the incident, and five of these have been safely located. We are working to locate the outstanding person and will update you as soon as we have more information.’

Locals have been urged to avoid the area if possible as the search continues.