Charles Todd, a 73-year-old British sailor and father of five, went missing after his yacht capsized in the Bay of Biscay during Storm Herminia. Despite a swift rescue response, his yacht was found severely damaged, and search efforts were halted due to lack of new information. Todd's family has shared fond memories, describing him as lively and dedicated to his passions, including music and carpentry. They have expressed gratitude for the search efforts made by French authorities and hope for closure, highlighting the sorrow of losing a loved one suddenly at sea.
A French air force helicopter was dispatched as part of an immediate response to try and find Mr Todd, but they found his 12-metre yacht, the Tiger PA, 'eviscerated' in the Bay of Biscay.
His family described him as a 'loving, charismatic, young-at-heart' and as someone 'who lived life to the full'.
As part of the rescue operation, French officials said a Portuguese cargo ship and a Spanish hospital vessel were both diverted to the area and to help with the search, alongside the French navy.
The search was suspended 'due to a lack of new information'.
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