Watercraft Incident At Belcroute Bay

Friday, 8 September 2023 15:38

Jersey Coastguard is appealing for witnesses after an incident involving a jet ski and a paddleboard.

At around 2:40 pm multiple witnesses reported an incident to the Coastguard at Belcroute Bay on Thursday 7 September.

The Acting Harbour Master spoke to the paddleboarder on shore, while the pilot boat crew contacted the jet ski at sea.

Anyone who has information about the incident should email the coastguards at jerseycoastguard@ports.je or call them on 01534 447705.

Watercraft users are being reminded about the Harbour inshore safety regulations.

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