Ventura County

Authorities search for missing kayaker off the coast of Oxnard

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Authorities in Ventura County were searching for a possible missing kayaker in near the Channel Islands harbor. As seen on the NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on March 23, 2025.

A search was underway on Sunday night in Ventura County for a missing kayaker off the coast of Oxnard.

Authorities received a call around 9:45 p.m. near Channel Islands harbor.

Police searched the breakwater for a missing boater and found a kayak unattended. Fishing tackle was found inside the kayak.

Ventura County officials began a search around the area from the shore and in the water. The Coast Guard has also been notified of the incident.

This is a developing story, check back for details.

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