Alistair Thomson, 64, has missed since he left alone on the trail west of Alice Springs on Monday, May 13, and Police are continuing the search operation. The Victorian man has lastly contacted family via text on Tuesday, May 21, reporting that he had planned to be at Hugh Gorge by Wednesday 22 May 2024. Police have conducted multiple enquiries regarding his location, however, at this stage Alistair’s location continues to remain unknown. Thomson is described as 6ft tall, slim build, fair skin, light brown/greying hair, wearing a blue broad brimmed hat and believed to be an "experienced hik

Alistair Thomson, 64, has missed since he left alone on the trail west of Alice Springs on Monday, May 13, and Police are continuing the search operation. The Victorian man has lastly contacted family via text on Tuesday, May 21, reporting that he had planned to be at Hugh Gorge by Wednesday 22 May 2024. Police have conducted multiple enquiries regarding his location, however, at this stage Alistair’s location continues to remain unknown. Thomson is described as 6ft tall, slim build, fair skin, light brown/greying hair, wearing a blue broad brimmed hat and believed to be an "experienced hiker with adequate food and water". use of a low-wing jet, helicopter, vehicles, and foot teams have been included in the operation established by Police on Wednesday. Weather conditions have been a challenge on the search on Thursday but Acting Sergeant Christopher Grotherr said they're hoping to get a window a bit later on, if things clear up, fingers crossed, but getting to those areas as quickly as they can is a priority today. Search areas will now be focused on Sections 4, 5 and 6 of the Larapinta Trail, as well as other areas of lower priority. The rugged West MacDonnell Ranges in Central Australia attracts thousands of hikers each year who take on some or all of the Larapinta Trail across 230 kilometres and 12 sections. NT Police are seeking information from the public as to Mr Thomson's whereabouts.

Alistair Thomson misses while he left for hiking

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