Man, 55, found dead at Saltwater Creek after Hope Island search
A 55-year-old man was found dead at the mouth of Saltwater Creek after a marine search near Hope Island. Police say the death is non-suspicious.
A 55-year-old man has been found dead after a large overnight search in waters off Hope Island, and police will prepare a report for the Coroner.
Police were called around 7.10pm on Sunday 8 November to conduct a welfare check. Residents had reported hearing a man calling out for help near the Boykambil Esplanade boat-ramp.
Officers searched the area, around 7.30pm, found an unoccupied power-boat belonging to the 55-year-old man in Coombabah Creek.
Police then began a search and rescue operation involving multiple marine, aerial and sonar assets.
Around 8.45am on Monday 9 November, officers found the man dead at the mouth of Saltwater Creek.
Police say the death is being treated as non-suspicious.
Anyone with information for police can contact Policelink 24 hours a day by using the online suspicious activity form on the Queensland Police Service reporting page, or by calling 131 444. Quote reference number QP2602211628.
Information can also be reported anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or through the Crime Stoppers Queensland website.
This report is based on information released by Queensland Police Service.