Overview
- Humberside Police say locating 15-year-old Grace Keeling remains the priority after her mother Sarah, 45, and passer-by Mark Ratcliffe, 67, were recovered deceased on January 2.
- CCTV review and witness accounts indicate Grace was on steps near rocks when a wave swept her into the water, with Sarah and Mark entering the sea in a rescue attempt as two other men later exited safely.
- Search measures include shoreline patrols, drone surveys across the coastline and an underwater search unit, with a continued police presence requested as the public is asked to avoid the area.
- Emergency services mounted a large multi-agency response involving RNLI crews, HM Coastguard, a rescue helicopter and an air ambulance, though very large breaking waves initially prevented immediate boat launches.
- Tributes continue locally as families receive support from specially trained officers, with Mark Ratcliffe remembered by relatives as a selfless hero.