Victoria Police confirmed that a missing kayaker was found dead in the water at Avalon, near Geelong, following an extensive emergency search on Saturday evening.
Search Launched After Unoccupied Kayak Found
The search operation began after an unoccupied kayak was discovered near Limeburners Bay in Corio at approximately 1:30pm on Friday. Emergency services were immediately notified, prompting a coordinated response from multiple agencies.
Water Police, the Police Air Wing, Marine Search and Rescue, and State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers combed the area. The search concluded when the body of the 60-year-old East Geelong man was located in the water near Avalon Road at about 6:50pm Saturday.
Authorities will prepare a formal report for the coroner regarding the incident.
