Major search for missing diver stood down

A major search operation for a missing diver off the Dorset coast has been stood down.

The diver, who had been in the sea close to Old Harry Rocks near Swanage, was reported missing on Tuesday at about 18:00 BST.

Two coastguard helicopters, a fixed wing aircraft, coastguard teams and RNLI lifeboats were involved in the search.

The Maritime & Coastguard Agency said it was called off on Thursday at 18:00 pending any further information.