A 12-year-old boy from Taylors Hill, Melbourne, is missing after disappearing from Number Four Beach Road in Venus Bay, Victoria's eastern coast, on Sunday afternoon. The boy, identified as Danny, was last seen swimming in the waters before midday, and his family lost sight of him shortly after. This incident has sparked an urgent and extensive search involving multiple emergency services and the local community.
The boy was wearing a navy rash top and navy blue shorts with a white stripe. He is described as being approximately 170 centimeters tall, with a thin build, dark short hair, and dark eyes. The search operation, which began shortly after 1 pm, includes Victoria Police's Air Wing, Water Police Squad, Coast Guard, SES Life Saving Victoria, and other beachgoers.
The search was planned to continue until sunset and resume on Monday morning. This incident highlights the importance of water safety, especially for children, and the need for immediate action when a person goes missing in such circumstances. The community's support and the swift response of emergency services are crucial in ensuring the safe recovery of the missing boy.
