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Chopper searching for missing male in Cowes

Apr 11 2024 Updated April 11, 2024

Sentinel-Times

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POLICE are trying to locate a 30-year-old male who was last seen at an address in Cowes at 2am this morning according to Wonthaggi Police Acting Senior Sergeant Burns.

Police are concerned for the welfare of the "high risk missing person", who may be injured.

The police helicopter is assisting in the search for the male.

Anyone with information or who sees anything suspicious please contact Wonthaggi Police Station on 5671 4100.

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