Sevak Simonian was reported missing on the night of Thursday, October 23 after last being seen when he left his Belrose home the previous Monday.

His car was found in the Kanangara Walls Road car park on Friday, October 24 but an extensive search since then has failed to find any trace of the missing man.

Police from Chifley local area command and Police Rescue have been co-ordinating the search for 21-year-old, utilising resources from the local police and specialist police from the Rescue Squad, Dog Unit, and Police airwing, PolAir, as well as personnel from National Parks and Wildlife Service (NP&WS), NSW Ambulance Paramedics and volunteers from the State Emergency Service (SES), Rural Fire Service (RFS), Volunteer Rescue Association (VRA), and the Bushwalkers Wilderness Rescue Squad.

A NP&WS helicopter was also utilised along with specialist vertical rescue teams to search canyons, waterfalls and steep ridges within a 3km radius of the car park where Sevak’s vehicle was located. The Westpac Rescue helicopter also provided assistance.

After a review of the operation, police yesterday spoke with Mr Simonian’s family to advise them the search was being suspended pending further information.

[A command centre set up to help co-ordinate the search for Sevak Simonian]

A command centre set up to help co-ordinate the search for Sevak Simonian

“We would like to thank everyone involved in the search, especially the huge number of volunteers who gave up their time to assist police,” Chifley local area commander Superintendent Michael Robinson said today.

“While the search has been suspended, an investigation into Sevak’s disappearance is ongoing.

“We would again urge anyone who is considering entering the bush – even for a short walk – to “Think before you TREK.”

T: Take adequate supplies of food, water, navigation and first aid equipment.

R: Register your planned route and tell friends and family when you expect to return.

E: Emergency beacons are available free of charge from police & National Parks & Wildlife Service.

K: Keep to your planned route and follow the map and walking trails.

Visit http://www.trek.nsw.gov.au for more information.

* Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at nsw.crimestoppers.com.au/

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