Two dead after reports of canoeists in difficulties in Great River Ouse in Kempston
Two people have been found dead after reports of two canoeists getting into difficulties in a river.
Police were called to the scene in Kempston in Bedfordshire on Sunday morning.
They had received reports at around 10.50am of two capsized canoes and a woman or girl in difficulty at the Weir embankment in Water Lane.
After a search of the river by police, fire, and ambulance crews, two bodies were found.
On Monday, a police cordon was still in place on one side of Kempston Main Weir, preventing people reaching the footpath that runs alongside it.
On the opposite bank, which remains open to walkers, flowers have been laid with messages of condolence.
The area, which is popular with dog walkers, is dotted with signs from the Environment Agency warning of strong currents and deep water.
Police said no formal identification of the victims had been made yet.
Officers have asked people to avoid going to the area while they investigate.
Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know