Foyle Search & Rescue and PSNI remove person to safety

The charity has confirmed that at 4.31am on Saturday morning, Foyle Search & Rescue’s Pager system was activated by the Police Service of Northern Ireland to reports of a person observed in distress.

A spokesperson for Foyle Search and Rescue said: “Our Emergency Response Team immediately responded via two mobile units and boat. On arrival at the location, Foyle Search and Rescue volunteers conducted a successful intervention supported by the PSNI. The person was then removed to a place of safety with all FSR call signs stood down.”

The Derry-based charity expressed appreciation for the local CCTV team, the PSNI and its volunteers “for their assistance and quick response”.

Anyone in distress can contact Lifeline 08088088000, Samaritans 116123 and CCIS 02871262300.