Dr Michael Mosley goes missing on holiday

Search and rescue operation underway

Journalist and TV doctor last seen leaving for a walk in Saint Lucia

A search and rescue operation is underway for British TV doctor and journalist Michael Mosley who has gone missing on holiday in Saint Lucia.

Dr Mosley, 64, was last seen leaving his hotel in Soufriere on Wednesday morning for a walk.

He was due to return to the UK on Thursday but failed to show up for his flight.

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said it is providing consular assistance to Dr Mosley's family.

A spokesperson for the FCDO said: "We are aware of reports of a British national who has been reported missing in Saint Lucia.

"We are providing consular assistance to his family."

Dr Mosley is a well-known TV doctor and journalist who has appeared on shows such as BBC One's Trust Me, I'm a Doctor and Channel 4's Superfoods.

He is also the author of several books on health and nutrition, including The Fast Diet and The 8-Week Blood Sugar Diet.

Timeline of Mosley's disappearance

Wednesday, May 25

• Dr Mosley arrives in Saint Lucia.
• He checks into his hotel in Soufriere.
• He goes for a walk in the afternoon.

Thursday, May 26

• Dr Mosley fails to show up for his flight back to the UK.
• His family reports him missing.
• A search and rescue operation is launched.

The search and rescue operation is ongoing.

Conclusion

The disappearance of Dr Mosley is a mystery. There are no clear signs of foul play, but the fact that he has not been seen for several days is worrying.

The search and rescue operation is continuing, and we hope that Dr Mosley will be found safe and well.