A large-scale search off Mornington Pier has continued throughout the weekend, with search teams now treating efforts to locate a man missing since Friday night as a recovery operation.
Incident Details
Emergency services were called to Schnapper Point Drive around 11:15 pm on Friday, following reports that a small boat carrying two men had overturned about one kilometre from shore.
One man was rescued by another vessel and treated by paramedics at the scene, escaping serious injury.
The second man, believed to be in his 20s, has not been found.
Read: Man Missing in Mornington Waters After Boat Capsizes
Ongoing Recovery Search
The extensive search effort — involving Victoria Police Water Police, the Air Wing, uniform police, Life Saving Victoria, HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Service), and local coast guard crews — continued throughout the weekend.
Boats and aircraft have been scouring the waters near Mornington Pier and Schnapper Point, focusing on tidal drift patterns and weather conditions that may affect the search area.
Appeal for Information
Investigators are appealing for anyone who may have seen the vessel or witnessed the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or lodge a report via crimestoppersvic.com.au.
