Mystery kayak washes up on shore near Geelong
Police are appealing for information after a kayak mysteriously washed up on Victoria’s south west coast.
A kayak has washed up on the shore in a coastal town near Geelong, sparking a search for its owner.
Victoria Police water police officers are trying to find the owner of the kayak after it washed up on St Leonards beach on Monday.
It was found near the intersection of Bluff Road and Murradoc Road about 10am.
Police have not received a report of anyone missing.
The kayak is white and the brand is Kobie.
Anyone who knows the owner of the kayak is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
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