Dive Squad Resumes Search for Missing Boatie in Haast
Wednesday, 18 October 2017, 12:13 pm Press Release: NZ Police
Dive Squad resumes search for missing boatie in Haast
By
Sergeant Matt Tailby, Greymouth Police
This morning the
Police National Dive Squad have returned to the Wendy
J wreckage, near Smooth Water Bay, Haast, to search for
missing fisherman Kieran Lynch who has not been seen
since 14 September, 2017.
Now weather conditions have
improved, it is hoped they will be able to dive the
unexplored stern portion of the wreck that was previously
inaccessible.
The divers will be attempting to locate Mr
Lynch, as well as conducting an examination of the
vessel.
It is expected this will take some time, as the
wreck is resting at a depth of about 25m.
We are
continuing to provide support to the families affected by
this awful tragedy, and we are hopeful that we can find
Mr Lynch and return him to
his family.
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