MULTIPLE emergency service teams were called to a serious incident at Totland Bay last night (Saturday) involving several casualties.

At approximately 9.15pm, police were advised of an incident involving a boat which had ran aground with passengers onboard. 

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Described as a serious incident due to multiple casualties, coastguard and the Isle of Wight Ambulance Service were also called the scene.

"There are on-going enquires into the circumstances of the incident," said a spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary. 

"There are several casualties that range from walking wounded to more serious medical needs.

"These people have been airlifted to the mainland."

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