Update 2 – Marine search and rescue, Middle Island
An extensive air and water search for the missing crew of a commercial fishing boat that overturned in Bustard Bay near Middle Island will continue today.
The police coordinated search will involve the Water Police vessel ‘Conroy’ in addition to a fixed wing aircraft, multiple helicopters, Volunteer Marine Rescue vessels and local trawlers.
An amphibious vehicle is searching the shore line north of the Town of 1770 where debris was located washed ashore.
Police are appealing to any vessels in the search area to contact police if they have any information that may assist with the search.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Source: Brisbane Crime Alert
