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Search for missing diver suspended

20th Feb 2016 2:10 PM

A SEARCH and rescue operation to locate a scuba diver reported missing in waters off Mission Beach has been suspended.

Dive equipment and clothing believed to belong to a 54-year-old man was discovered during the course of the three day search.

The located items will be forensically examined and will form part of a report police will prepare for the Coroner.

Investigations are continuing.

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