Body found in High Country river where kayaker went missing
Police believe human remains found in waters in Victoria's north-east belong to a 53-year-old kayaker who went missing in July.
A body discovered in a north-east Victorian river has been identified as that of 53-year-old Shane Wilson, a kayaker who went missing in July. Wilson's kayak capsized on the Goulburn River near Ghin Ghin, prompting a search operation involving police, emergency services, and Lifesaving Victoria. The remains were found on Sunday near the Ghin Ghin Road, six weeks after Wilson had fallen overboard while fishing.
Despite being a strong swimmer, Wilson was not wearing a life jacket and the river's current was flowing rapidly, making his rescue more challenging. Wilson's sister, Melissa Teague, expressed her disappointment that the search had ended before her brother could be brought home, noting the emotional impact of losing her brother who had been more than just a sibling; he was her best friend. The death is not being treated as suspicious.
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