A search is underway in the Namoi River near Gunnedah following reports a man had failed to return after swimming in the river yesterday evening.
About 7.35pm on Tuesday, January 27, emergency services were called to the Namoi River off Old Blue Vale Road after reports a swimmer had failed to resurface.
Officers attached to Oxley Police District arrived and were told a 63-year-old man had been swimming in the river when he began to struggle before disappearing in the water.
Local police – with assistance from the Dog Squad, NSW Ambulance, SES, and NSW Rural Fire Service – commenced a search of the river and nearby properties, however, were unable to locate the man.
The search has resumed today (Wednesday, January 28), with assistance from police divers.
