Update: Missing swimmer, Dunwich

Police have suspended the search for a missing swimming in Dunwich yesterday evening.

Water Police concluded their searches following no missing persons being reported.

If anyone has any further information on the matter they are urged to contact police.

Previous release: 

Water Police are appealing for public assistance in relation to a swimmer possibly missing in the waters off Polka Point, North Stradbroke Island late this afternoon (December 25).

Around 5.50pm witnesses were watching a person swimming offshore in a north-westerly direction.

Water Police, Polair and Coast Guard vessels are currently conducting a search of the area.

Police are requesting that if anyone with information concerning this report, including the swimmer, to come forward.

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.