The search for a boy, six, who went missing while fishing with his dad has entered its second day.

The boy, named locally as Lucas Dobson, was last seen around 1.20pm yesterday.

His dad is said to have dived into the river to try to retrieve him, but failed to do so.

He fell into the River Stour in Sandwich, Kent, with officers called to Richborough Road, Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) said.

Specialist search and rescue teams were joined by large numbers of public volunteers scouring river banks and waterways.

As the search was called off after 10pm yesterday owing to darkness, members of the public were warned about their own safety if they continued to search, including working in groups and using torches.

KFRS assistant director Chris Colgan said: ‘We’re all incredibly grateful to everyone who has given everything today to try and locate this little boy.

‘Our thoughts are with him and his family tonight at this very difficult and emotional time.

‘I would like to appeal to people who have come to Sandwich to join the search – if you continue overnight please make sure your own life isn’t placed at risk.

‘We have issued some safety advice about keeping clear of the river’s edge, staying on the main tracks, working in groups and never alone, and please make sure you are equipped with a phone and torches.’

A number of different waterways, including the main river, make up the search area.

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