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Missing fisherman found in West Coast

New Zealand Police

Tuesday 4 November 2008, 1:40PM

By New Zealand Police

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WEST COAST

After an intensive localized search of the upper Crooked River, Adrian Brears was located at 11.45am this morning safe and well.
The missing 37 year old fisherman had been overdue from a trout fishing venture since last evening.
Police with the help of Land Search and Rescue volunteers , Search dogs, White water rescue kayakers and a local helicopter began looking for the man at first light.
The weather at the time was mild however heavy rain was forecasted for later this afternoon.
Mr Brears got lost in the bush after following an old track and decided to stay put until Search and Rescue located him.
Police would like to thank all volunteer rescue personnel involved


Released By: Constable Mike Tinnelly
2 I/C West Coast SAR -
027 274 918465
Date/Time: 04.11.08 - 1240hrs

Issued By: Senior Sergeant Tony Ellis