A serious search is ongoing for a lacking four-year-old boy within the Australian outback.
August “Gus” Lamont disappeared from his household’s distant homestead on Saturday.
Members of the Australian Defence Power (ADF) have joined South Australia Police within the search within the state’s mid north.
A serious search is ongoing. Pic: South Australia Police
What seems to be a footprint within the floor. Pic: South Australia Police
Gus’ household mentioned they have been “devastated” by his disappearance.
In a press release beforehand launched by way of South Australia Police, they mentioned: “This has come as a shock to our household and associates, and we’re struggling to grasp what has occurred.
“Gus’ absence is felt in all of us, and we miss him greater than phrases can categorical. Our hearts are aching, and we’re holding onto hope that he will probably be discovered and returned to us safely.”
Pic: South Australia Police
Police mentioned Gus was final seen on the homestead, some 200 miles (320 kilometres) north of Adelaide, sporting a gray solar hat, a blue Despicable Me-style prime that includes a yellow Minion character, mild gray trousers, and boots.
Yorke Mid North police are main the search with assist from water, mounted, air and canine models.
Pic: South Australia Police
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The search effort has additionally been bolstered by police cadets, emergency service volunteers, path bike and ATV groups, drones, a conventional Aboriginal tracker, and a lot of devoted neighborhood and relations.
A contingent of 48 personnel from the ADF have joined the operation and are anticipated to help police with floor searches over the approaching days.
Pic: South Australia Police
Gus’ household added: “We’re extremely grateful to the South Australia Police, emergency companies and the numerous organisations and neighborhood members, neighbours and associates who’ve come collectively to assist discover Gus.
“At the moment, we kindly ask for privateness as we focus all our vitality on supporting the search and dealing carefully with the police.”
