Major search launched over fears person fell overboard from 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 major search in the Lough area of Belfast, Northern Ireland has been ongoing since Saturday evening

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. 

A police spokesperson said: “Police and other emergency services are currently involved in an ongoing search of the Belfast Lough area. There are no further details at this time and we are asking members of the public to avoid the area.” 

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.