Police update 1: Ongoing search in remote south west Queensland for missing man at Noccundra

Police continue to coordinate an extensive air and land search for a 27-year-old man missing in remote country in South West Queensland.

Twenty-seven-year-old Jeremiah Rivers was last seen near Wilsons River, which is approximately 20kms south of Noccundra at around 9.30am on Monday, October 18.

Jeremiah had been camping and fishing in the area with friends, who reported him missing when he failed to return from a walk.

Yesterday's search included police, SES and local cattle station staff, and focused on the north west side of Warri Gate Road along Wippo Creek and spreading northwards.

Searches were conducted by personnel in vehicles, motorcycles and All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). Aerial searches were conducted by fixed wing aircraft, including with FLIR capability, and a gyrocopter.

Police have established a Forward Command Post at Cunnamulla.

Jeremiah is described as aboriginal, approximately 185cm tall, with a slim build and a tattoo of a cross under his right arm.

He was last seen wearing a red Chicago Bulls singlet, red adidas sneakers and black jeans.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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