Search for jet ski

A SEARCH and rescue operation launched for two missing people on a jet ski near Dunedin last night ended when the pair were found safe but stuck on a sandbar.

A police spokeswoman said police were called to the scene at Henley about 5.40pm, after the jet ski did not return when expected.

The search began at the intersection of Taieri Ferry Rd and Henley Rd.

Rescuers found the pair stuck on a sandbar in the Waipori River about 6.30pm.