Search underway for man reportedly seen in River Severn, Shrewsbury
A search is underway in Shrewsbury, after reports that a man was seen in the River Severn.
The man, believed to be in his early 20s, was seen in the River Severn near to The Dana at around 7.20pm on Tuesday evening.
Police believe they know the identity of the man and are currently attempting to contact his next of kin.
West Mercia Police and Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service searched a stretch of river from The Dana towards Telford Way, the force helicopter was also involved.
Four fire appliances were mobilised from Baschurch and Shrewsbury along with an operations officer.
West Midlands Ambulance Service also attended.
If anyone has information that may help police to locate the man they are asked to call 101 and quote incident 652s of 10th November 2015.
Updated: 05:30 - 11/11/2015
