Clutha River search Sat 19th January
Clutha River search Sat 19th January
The Search and Rescue Operation for missing teenager Blake Sinclair continued today involving 100 volunteers.
Mr Sinclair went missing on Saturday 12th January following a boating accident.
Previous searches this week have been difficult due to high river levels which were reduced today by Contact Energy.
A body was located at about 930 am by searchers which is believed to be that of Blake Sinclair.
The body was located in willows on an island which is above the Balclutha bridge approximately 14 kilometres from where Mr Sinclair was last seen.
The identity of the body has yet to be confirmed pending forensic examination.
Mr Sinclair's family have been overwhelmed by the search effort and support from the Clydevale community and wider community .
The case will be referred to the Coroner.
ENDS