Horrific find in search for missing Aurukun fisherman Adam Yunkaporta
Police have located human remains inside a crocodile as part of the recovery of a man reported missing from Aurukun.
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Police have located human remains inside a crocodile as part of the recovery of a man reported missing from Aurukun.
Police and wildlife officers located the crocodile along Watson River last night where it was humanely euthanised.
Forensic testing was carried out this morning and human remains were located within the crocodile.
Further testing will be conducted to identify the remains.
The family of the missing Aurukun man and the local council have been advised.
Adam Yunkaporta has been missing in Aurukun, 800km from Cairns, since he was last seen on Thursday, January 30.
He was last known to have gone fishing at the convergence of the three rivers west of Aurukun.
A missing person poster distributed by Aurukun Shire Council stated there was no evidence of foul play.
It stated it’s understood the 60-year-old could have suffered from a serious medical episode or been the victim of a crocodile attack.
Authorities confirmed on Thursday morning the operation was being guided by “gathered intelligence” and established search and rescue techniques.
A Queensland Police Service spokesman said a large number of locals, including police, SES volunteers, wildlife rangers, and community members, had been involved in the ongoing search efforts.
“Assets include police, SES volunteers, wildlife rangers, aerial support, and community members conducting foot patrols on land, and boats to search the river,” he said.
Mr Yunkaporta was last seen leaving his home but it’s understood he went fishing near crocodile infested waters.
His sudden disappearance left the community extremely concerned for his welfare.
“Adam is much loved by the community, and everyone is very concerned for his safety,” a local source said.
“It’s a small community out here and he is very loved, such a sweet soul. We’re all in shock to be honest.”
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