A 19-year-old kayaker, Michael Henry, has been found dead near Blyth, Northumberland. Blyth is a coastal town in Northumberland known for its fishing heritage and port facilities. The current news centers on the investigation into his death and the local response.
A 19-year-old from the Rothbury area has been identified as Michael Henry after his kayak overturned near Boulmer on 7 July. He was found in the sea off Blyth on 26 July, more than two weeks after the incident. A second man who was with him was rescued by the coastguard. The police have prepared a report for the coroner and the family has paid tribute.