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A major search was sparked for a man who went missing in Bovisand this morning.

Police confirmed the incident involved a diver who had been airlifted to Derriford Hospital for treatment.

Plymouth lifeboats also assisted in the search earlier today.

A spokesperson for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency said: "HM Coastguard has been coordinating a search for a man who went missing in Bovisand Harbour in Plymouth. The call came in just before 11am today (28 October).



(Image: Ryan Smith)



"Both Plymouth RNLI lifeboats were sent to assist in the search along with Plymouth and Yelm Coastguard Rescue Teams.

"Devon and Cornwall Police are also involved in the search along with HM Coastguard’s search and rescue helicopter from Newquay.



"The man was found as a result of the search and flown to Derriford Hospital.

"We have no further information at this time.

The condition of the make diver is currently unknown.

(Image: Ryan Smith)

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