Missing swimmer at Tallow Beach, Byron Bay
Missing swimmer at Tallow Beach, Byron Bay
- Swimmer disappeared on the beach
- Search suspended due to nightfall
A desperate search for a missing swimmer at a popular Byron Bay beach has resumed after it was suspended due to nightfall hampering efforts.
Emergency services were called to Tallow Beach in Byron Bay following reports that a man reportedly entered the water and was seen in distress before failing to resurface around 3pm on Saturday.
The search involves police officers from the Tweed/Byron Police District, as well as Surf Lifesavers, Marine Rescue NSW and a rescue helicopter from Queensland.
A major search has been suspended for a man last seen swimming at a popular Byron Bay beach due to nightfall hampering efforts
A NSW Police spokeswoman said the search was suspended at 6pm on Saturday despite the swimmer not being found.
The search for the swimmer resumed the following morning at 8 a.m. Sunday.
Police are looking for anyone who saw the man around this time. He has a white appearance and is in his fifties.
He was last seen wearing light-colored board shorts.
As investigations continue, police are urging anyone with information to contact Byron Bay Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.