Multi-agency SAR operation underway in the Battersea area after a person was seen in the water near Battersea Power station

Oliver Kent

A massive search has been launched for ‘person reported in River Thames.

A search has been launched after a person was reportedly seen entering the river near Battersea Power station at around 1am on Friday morning December 9th. Now, it is understood the coastguard, police launches and London 1 Brigade Swift water rescue teams are conducting a large area search for the person. The Met Police have been approached for more details

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