Former rugby player Tom Voyce believed to have died after his car was found in a river

• What Happened to Tom Voyce?
• Former Player’s Car Found in Overflowing River
• England Rugby Expresses Regret Over Possible Loss

Former England international rugby player Tom Voyce, 43, has gone missing, and the worst is feared.

His car was found stuck in an overflowing river near Alnwick in Northumbria, north of Newcastle.

Northumbria Police confirmed that the vehicle was recovered from the River Aln, but they have not been able to locate the athlete.

According to investigations, Voyce attempted to cross a dangerous section of the river, where the current swept his car away.

Search for Tom Voyce

“Officers recovered his car, but unfortunately, Tom has not yet been found,” stated the police.

“It is believed that during his attempts to escape, he was tragically swept away and lost his life,” police added in a statement posted on X.

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The alert about his disappearance was raised on Sunday morning after he failed to return home following a night out with friends.

Since then, authorities have conducted extensive searches, but so far, no positive results have been found.

«Our Thoughts Are With the Family»

The British & Irish Lions send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Tom Voyce’s family and friends during this deeply distressing time. pic.twitter.com/bvW4kEgWzv

— British & Irish Lions (@lionsofficial) December 10, 2024

The British & Irish Lions expressed their condolences via social media: “Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Tom Voyce’s family and friends during this deeply distressing time.”

Numerous users also shared their feelings about the tragedy: “Our thoughts are with Tom’s family and friends as the police continue their search.” “We hope the news is wrong—it’s very, very sad.”

The England Rugby team released a similar message on X:

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Tom Voyce’s family and friends during this extremely difficult time.”

Tom Voyce Had a Remarkable Career

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Tom Voyce at this extremely challenging time pic.twitter.com/i67ybydKD6

— England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) December 10, 2024

Tom Voyce, who played as a winger and full-back, represented England in nine matches between 2001 and 2006.

He excelled during his time with Wasps, securing European and national titles between 2003 and 2009.

Voyce also played for Bath and Gloucester, accumulating 220 Premiership appearances before retiring in May 2013.

WITH INFORMATION FROM AP.

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