Missing kayakers: second body found

Wednesday, 29 July 2026 17:35

By MônFM Newsroom

A second body has been found in the search for two missing kayakers from Pwllheli.

Simon Wilson and Connor Parfitt disappeared after they were spotted heading towards the beach off Hafan Y Môr on Tuesday 21st July.

Police have confirmed Mr Wilson's body was discovered in the sea near Llwyngwril at around 7.20pm on Tuesday evening (28th July).

His family and the coroner for North West Wales have been informed.

Mr Parfitt's body was found washed up on the beach at Aberystwyth on Sunday lunchtime.

Extensive searches were launched after concerns were raised for the pair, who were both believed to be carrying inflatable kayaks when they went missing.

Chief Inspector Stephen Pawson from North Wales Police said: "I share my deepest condolences with Simon’s family at this incredibly difficult time. This is not the outcome any of us had hoped for, including the teams involved in the searches."

"Thank you to partner agencies, volunteers and members of the public who assisted in our searches. We would request that both Simon and Connor’s family’s privacy are respected."