A major search operation is underway in St Mary’s Bay, Dymchurch, after a 5-year-old boy named Winston went missing earlier today

Winston, who was last seen wearing red shorts and a white top, was kent-police-is-appealing-for-information-to-help-find-a-teenager-reported-missing-from-near-dover/" title="Kent Police is appealing for information to help find a teenager reported missing from near Dover" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-wpil-monitor-id="49029">reported missing in the coastal area, prompting an immediate response from local authorities, including Kent Police and search and coastguard rescue teams.

Residents and visitors in the area are being urged to stay vigilant and report any sightings of Winston to the police immediately.

Coastguard teams are currently searching the water for the child they are also being supported by the Walmer Lifeboat.

We have reached out to Kent Police for more information on the ongoing incident and search.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Kent Police as soon as possible by calling 999.

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