A search and rescue operation has recommenced this morning for a man believed to be missing in the Fitzroy River at Rockhampton City since last night, October 19.
It will be alleged just before 6pm, police were executing an arrest warrant at an East Street address when the 36-year-old Kawana man left the scene on foot.
Police sighted the man and commenced a short foot pursuit along East Street and Victoria Parade.
A short time later, it will be alleged the man entered the Fitzroy River while attempting to evade police.
Police and emergency services commenced a wide-ranging surface and aerial search involving multiple aircraft and vessels, however, have so far failed to locate the missing man.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance, approximately 187cm tall, with a thin build, brown hair and blue eyes.
He was last seen wearing a grey shirt and dark grey shorts.
The search was suspended at 10.20pm last night, October 19, and is continuing this morning, October 20.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
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.
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