Search operation at Ipswich

Police are searching for a man who has entered a river at North Ipswich early this morning.

The man was seen entering the Bremer River, near David Trumpy Bridge, just after 5.30am. A passer-by raised the alarm after he failed to surface.

A land, water and air search is now underway to locate the man.

The man is described as African in appearance, around 175cm tall and of a thin build.

Anyone with information that could locate the man are encouraged to contact police immediately.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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