Search Continues for Missing 31-Year-Old Man in North-East Arnhem Land
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- A large-scale search is underway in north-east Arnhem Land for Marius, a 31-year-old man missing since early Friday.
- His vehicle was found south of Nhulunbuy, and search efforts are expanding.
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Why It Matters
A 31-year-old man, referred to as Marius, has been missing since early Friday in north-east Arnhem Land. His family reported him missing when he did not return to Yirrkala as planned. His vehicle was found on the Central Arnhem Highway.
A large-scale search is continuing for a 31-year-old man who remains missing in north-east Arnhem Land.
The Northern Territory Police Force (NTPF) says it continues to hold concerns for the man — referred to as Marius — who has not been seen since early Friday.
Police received a report from Marius's family on Friday evening that he had not returned to Yirrkala as planned.
His vehicle has since been located around 86 kilometres south of Nhulunbuy along the Central Arnhem Highway.
Police said the search on Saturday covered approximately 76 square kilometres.
It is being expanded on Sunday, including efforts by air and on the ground.
The search party includes NTPF Search and Rescue members, local police, the NT Emergency Service, NT Fire and Rescue Service, Indigenous rangers, NORFORCE and Nautilus Helicopters.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Northern Territory Police Force on 131 444 or visit your local station. Please quote reference NTP2600049591.
Open Questions
- What led to Marius going missing?
- What are the specific circumstances of his disappearance?
- Are there any known risks or dangers in the area where he was last seen or his vehicle was found?
- What is the current condition of Marius?