Motorboat and Kayak Clash Rocks Milford Haven Waterway

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is hunting witnesses after a motorboat collided with a kayak near Milford Haven on August 11, 2024. The smash happened just after 3pm on the Cleddau River, close to Rudders Boatyard.

Kayaker Injured but Stable

The kayaker suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was treated by the Welsh Ambulance Service. Emergency teams rushed to the scene, including the Dale Coastguard Rescue Team, Dyfed-Powys Police, and Milford Haven Port Authority Harbour Patrol.

MCA Appeals for Witnesses and Evidence

“This was an incident with potentially serious consequences, so it’s important to find out what happened. We’re appealing to anyone who saw the collision, has video footage or still images, or has any other relevant information that might help, to please get in touch.” – Paul Atkins, MCA’s Regulatory Compliance Investigations Team

The MCA is leading the probe with support from Dyfed-Powys Police and Milford Haven Port Authority. If you saw anything, call 020 3817 2490 or email [email protected] now.

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