Missing Diver’s Body Unrecovered Since July Incident

A diver’s body, missing since July after she did not resurface off the Dorset coast, remains unlocated. Emily Sherwin, a resident of Poole, was reported missing on July 23 after entering the water near Old Harry Rocks, close to Studland. Search operations were conducted by various groups, including coastguard rescue teams, the RNLI, police divers, and local sailors. Approximately five months later, Dorset Police stated that the 20-year-old individual had “sadly not been located.” An inquest into the matter has commenced at Dorset Coroner’s Court, with its concluding hearing scheduled for April 17. Three days following her disappearance, Ms. Sherwin’s family issued a statement via Dorset Police, expressing gratitude to those involved in the search efforts. Her family characterized her as a person who “lit up every room,” further noting that she was “high spirited, outgoing, loving and loyal” and had aspirations for a career in marine conservation. Her family further stated, “We are heartbroken at the loss of Emily, but eternally grateful for the 20 wonderful years we had with her, and finding comfort in the fact that she was doing something she loved.” Readers can connect with BBC Dorset on Facebook, X, or Instagram. This content is copyrighted by BBC in 2024, with all rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external websites and provides information regarding its policy on external linking.