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Advice - Ongoing Police Investigation Between Wedlake Footbridge and Great Western Road Bridge

Type: Advice

Waterway(s): Paddington Arm (Grand Union Canal)

From: 6 October 2025, 8am

To: 6 April 2026, 5pm inclusive

Region: London and South East

Reason: Information

Location

Closest waterwayPaddington Arm (Grand Union Canal)
Starts atBridge 4B, Wedlake Street Footbridge
Ends atBridge 4C, Great Western Road

Description

Original 6 October 2025, 12:59pm

Please be aware that a police investigation is currently underway in this area, which involves the use of specialist divers.

We kindly ask all boaters to remain alert and exercise care when navigating through the vicinity.

During active search operations, please follow any instructions given by local enforcement officers.

While this activity may not occur daily, we urge everyone to stay cautious and avoid entering any areas that have been cordoned off.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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