Dive Squad Resumes Search for Missing Boatie in Haast
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.
ENDS