Update: Search operation, Greenvale
UPDATE: A missing man subject of a land search was located today around 2.15pm by searchers. He was flown by Rescue Helicopter to Townsville University Hospital suffering pain from a pre-existing back injury and dehydration.
The Queensland Police Service would like to thank all those who assisted with the search.
Earlier:
Police have launched a search operation after a man was reported missing at Greenvale, west of Townsville this morning.
A 38-year-old Kuranda man was travelling along a road off the Kennedy Development Road to a worksite on Friday, January 8, when he came across a flooded river. He planned to stop near the river overnight and reassess his journey the following morning.
A colleague travelled out to meet the man on Saturday morning, however the man and his truck could not be located.
Police hold serious concerns for the man’s welfare due to flooded waterways in the area.
The man is described as an experienced truck driver and was driving a white FY series Hino.
A multi-agency search involving ground crews, boats and aircraft has commenced focusing around a mine site north of the Lynd.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police.
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.
Quote this reference number: QP2100057828.
