Major search over fears person fell overboard from Stena Line ferry

Major search launched over fears person has fallen overboard from a Stena Line ferry

A major search and rescue operation is underway in Northern Ireland over reports a person fell overboard from a Stena Line ferry last night.

Emergency services rushed to the scene on Saturday evening in the Lough area of Belfast and were still on scene this morning

Unconfirmed reports suggest a woman went overboard the ferry in the Lough area of Belfast, Northern Ireland

The operation comes after unconfirmed reports that a person has fallen overboard from a Stena Line ferry.

Police have asked for the public to avoid the area while the rescue operation continues.

Lagan Search & Rescue team confirmed last night around 10.30pm that it was on a callout in the area.

A Rescue 199 helicopter was also tasked to help emergency services with the search.

This is a breaking news story and will continue to be updated.