Missing Guildford kayaker named named as Grant Broster, 56

The man whose kayak overturned in the River Wey in Guildford yesterday afternoon has been named by his family as 56-year-old Grant Broster.

Mr Broster, a Guildford resident, fell into the water yesterday afternoon after his kayak capsized.

A huge rescue operation was launched, and emergency services are continuing their search for him.

Mr Broster's son, who was also inside in vessel, made it to safety on the bank of the river after trying and failing to pull his father to safety.

His wife, Rachel, said: "Grant was using the family kayak which capsized. He had not seen the flood warnings.

"Our son entered the water to try and help his father but was pulled to safety. Although there have not been any further sightings of Grant, the extensive search continues.