Search On After Man Falls From Boat in Poole Harbour
Just before 2am on Monday 2 May 2022, Dorset Police received a desperate call. 24-year-old David Haw, from Sussex, had fallen off a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) in Poole Harbour.
Who Is David Haw?
David is described as white, 5ft 10in tall, slim build, with short mousey brown hair shaved on the sides and back but longer on top. He sports a short beard and thick eyebrows.
Massive Search Effort Launched
Police immediately launched extensive searches around Poole Harbour. Specialist dive teams, HM Coastguard, RNLI crews, and volunteers from DorSAR and Wessex Flood and Water Rescue Unit have been combing the area. Air support was also deployed.
“We have carried out intensive water and land-based searches of the Poole Harbour area over the past two days with air support,” said Superintendent Gemma Morris of Dorset Police.
“Despite extensive efforts and expert input, sadly we have yet to find David. The wide and targeted searches are now complete but we will continue enquiries and follow up any leads.”
“We are keeping David’s family fully updated and our thoughts remain with them.”
“I’d like to thank all those involved in the search for their tireless efforts.”
Investigation & Arrest Update
An investigation into the fall is underway. Dorset Police are working alongside the Marine Accident Investigation Branch and Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
A 19-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter but has since been released under investigation as inquiries continue.
Got Info? Contact Dorset Police
If you have any information about this incident, contact Dorset Police immediately:
- Website: www.dorset.police.uk
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 101 (quote occurrence number 55220068866)
