Police are urgently searching for David Fretwell, 75, after his boat, Green Goddess, washed ashore near Hayle on March 6, 2026. The retired sailor vanished without a trace, sparking growing fears for his safety.

David’s Mysterious Voyage Along North Cornwall

David was last believed to be sailing along the North Cornwall coast. Witnesses spotted him passing Padstow and Newquay before he reached St Ives on March 4. Since then, he has disappeared.

Have You Seen David Fretwell?

  • White male, slim build
  • 5ft 7in tall
  • Short grey hair

If you have any information or sightings, call the police immediately on 999. Quote incident number 247 06/03/26 to help with the investigation.

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