Police update: Overdue party – West Daly Region

Northern Territory Police are continuing to search for a man missing near Wadeye.

The 28-year-old man had been aboard a vessel that capsized off the coast on Saturday night.

Two other occupants of the boat were able to swim to shore after the incident. They were treated by local clinic staff for shock and exposure but were otherwise unharmed.

The search for the missing man commenced on Saturday night by air, land and sea and has involved police, rangers and local community members.

Superintendent Kirk Pennuto said Police hold serious concerns for the man’s safety.

“He has been missing for two days now and we do hope that he has made to land somewhere.

“Police are keeping the man’s family informed of the search progress.”

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