A significant 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 Pressure (ADF) have joined South Australia Police within the search within the state’s mid north.
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A significant search is ongoing. Pic: South Australia Police
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What seems to be a footprint within the floor. Pic: South Australia Police
Gus’ household mentioned they have been “devastated” by his disappearance.
In an announcement 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 understand what has occurred.
“Gus’ absence is felt in all of us, and we miss him more than words can express. Our hearts are aching, and we are holding onto hope that he will be found and returned to us safely.”
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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, gentle gray trousers, and boots.
Yorke Mid North police are main the search with help from water, mounted, air and canine models.
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Pic: South Australia Police
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 members of the family.
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.
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Pic: South Australia Police
Gus’ household added: “We are incredibly grateful to the South Australia Police, emergency services and the many organisations and community members, neighbours and friends who have come together to help find Gus.
“Presently, we kindly ask for privateness as we focus all our vitality on supporting the search and dealing intently with the police.”
