Search resumes for two missing Isle of Lewis fishermen

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 13:03 · Archive

Police have resumed searching for two missing fishermen off the north coast of the Isle of Lewis after sea conditions improved.

Police have resumed the search for two fishermen missing from the FV Kilda off the north coast of the Isle of Lewis. Norman Murray, known as Tam, aged 40, and Murdo Morrison, 23, remain unaccounted for. The vessel was reported overdue on 13 October. The body of their crewmate Douglas Craigie, 49, was recovered from the sea at around 2.45am on 14 October.

The search had been halted on 18 October due to sea conditions and anchoring challenges. It resumed on Wednesday morning with Police Scotland's Marine and Dive Unit and partner organisations focusing on a particular area near the Port of Ness, within a Marine Accident Investigation Branch exclusion zone. Specialist officers deployed a Remotely Operated Vehicle to search the area.

Inspector Neil Taylor, local area Inspector for the Western Isles, said: 'Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by this tragic incident.' He urged local people not to attempt their own searches, saying: 'We know the local community are keen to help in any way they can. However, we urge people not to put themselves at any risk.'

How it is being reported

• Search for two missing Scottish fishermen resumes after being haltedTHE search for two missing fishermen who seemingly vanished off the north coast of the Isle of Lewis has resumed after it was temporarily called off.The National · 21 Oct, 12:19
• Search for missing Lewis fishermen resumes as locals urged 'not to put themselves at risk'Sea conditions have improved enough to allow police to resume the search for the MV Kilda and its missing crew, three days after it was paused.Daily Record · 21 Oct, 11:49

In this story: Norman Murray · Murdo Morrison · Douglas Craigie · Isle of Lewis · Police Scotland · Port of Ness

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