What happened to the UK navy crew member?

The UK navy crew member was reported missing on November 10th off the northwest coast of Ireland, and a multi-agency search and rescue operation is currently underway to locate them.

Where is the search taking place for the missing UK navy crew member?

The search is being conducted in the waters between Tory Island, County Donegal, and Eagle Island, County Mayo, off the northwest coast of Ireland.

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Urgent Search Continues for Missing UK Navy Crew Member off Ireland

Q: Who is involved in the search for the missing UK navy crew member?

The search is being coordinated by the Irish Coast Guard and involves aircraft from the Irish Coast Guard and Irish Air Corps, as well as naval vessels from the Irish Naval Service and the UK Royal Navy.

16 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Multi-agency search ongoing for missing UK navy crew member
Last seen on Friday night off northwest coast of Ireland
Search coordinated by Irish Coast Guard, involving aircraft and naval vessels

Urgent Search Continues for Missing UK Navy Crew Member off Ireland

As of November 16th, 2025, a multi-agency search is ongoing for a missing UK navy crew member who was last seen on the evening of November 10th off the northwest coast of Ireland. The search is being coordinated by the Irish Coast Guard's maritime rescue sub-center at Malin, with aircraft from the Irish Coast Guard and Irish Air Corps, as well as naval vessels from the Irish Naval Service and the UK Royal Navy, all involved in the effort.