Authorities in New South Wales (NSW) have resumed a large-scale search operation on Monday for an 11-year-old boy swept out to sea while swimming near Sydney's Central Coast, approximately 60 km north of the city.
Incident Details:
Time of Incident: The boy was pulled into the ocean by a strong current around 5:15 p.m. on Sunday, November 3.
Location: The incident took place at The Entrance Channel, a 450-meter stretch of water between two headlands.
Circumstances: The 43-year-old father was crossing the channel with his four children when the eldest child was caught in the current. Although two bystanders were able to help the remaining children, the father’s attempts to reach the boy were unsuccessful.
Search Operation:
A coordinated search effort involving land, sea, and air was launched immediately but was suspended at nightfall. The search resumed early on Monday at 8 a.m., with NSW Police and emergency services continuing their efforts.
The incident has drawn significant attention as authorities work tirelessly to locate the missing boy.