At approximately 1600hours on Monday, the search manager was contacted by Devon & Cornwall Police to request the team in locating an injured walker in the area of Cold East Cross, Dartmoor.

The lone female in her 60's, an experienced walker was out with her dog and was able to raise the alarm quickly. Knowing Dartmoor, she was able to give details as to her approximate location. Unfortunately, she had taken a fall and sustained a leg injury.

The team were called out at 16:21hrs and were able to quickly locate the lady, administer analgesia, warm her and transport to one of the team vehicles on a stretcher where she was then taken to the roadside to await an ambulance.

As a team we wish her well and will hope for a speedy recovery.