Assistance to lost person around Ruddons Point Elie

31 & 32/2021

DATE  -14/08/21   01:25 – 04:10
 
ILB & ALB
 
HMCG requested the launch of both boats to assist in the search for a person in the water west of Ruddons point Elie.
While both boats were transiting to the location the casualty was spotted by Rescue 199. helo illuminated the casualty walking at speed precariously east towards Elie.
Both boats stood by close to the location as a precaution in case the casualty fell or entered the water before the Police had change to apprehend the casualty, suspected to  be under the influence of alcohol.
The casualty was met by Police Scotland safe & well. Both boats stood down and returned to station.
 
 
 
Conditions
Weather          Cloudy
Visibility           Fair
Wind Force      3 Gentle breeze
Wind dir           SW
Sea state         Mod/ chop
 
High Water