Police ask for help to find missing man last seen near Wagin
Katanning Police are searching for 24-year-old Mario Alesio Porru who has not been seen since he arrived in Queerarrup Lake 11 days ago. Great Southern Police Credit: Great Southern Police / Facebook
Melissa Sheil Great Southern Herald
Katanning Police are searching for 24-year-old Mario Alesio Porru who has not been seen since he arrived in Queerarrup Lake last month.
The missing man has not be heard from since he arrived at the lake in Kenmare, located about 30km south-east of Wagin, on May 31.
His white Suzuki Carry Panel Van has been located by police at the lake.
Mr Porru is described as having a fair complexion, with brown hair.
There have been no sightings of Mr Porru and police hold concerns for his welfare.
Anyone with any information about Mr Porru is urged to contact police immediately on 131 444. Police hold concerns for Mr Porru's welfare. Credit: Great Southern Police / Facebook His van has been located by police at Queerarrup L.ake. Credit: Great Southern Police / Facebook
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