The search of the North Esk River for a missing 14-year-old Tasmanian teenager has been ‘paused’ after three weeks without any signs of the missing teen.
Police say despite calling off the search for Shyanne-Lee Tatnell, the investigation into her disappearance remains active and forensic testing is currently underway on newly found items of interest.
“Police have continued to be in close contact with Shyanne’s family, and our thoughts remain with them at this difficult time,” said Inspector Craig Fox.
“Yesterday we conducted another sweep of the North Esk River with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, which unfortunately did not deliver any results.”
“While the large scale search of the area has been paused, the investigation remains active and inquiries are continuing.”
“We are forensically testing further items of interest that have been located over the past fortnight.”
“Shyanne has still not been seen or heard from since Sunday, 30 April, and we have serious concerns for her welfare.”
“If anyone has information about her disappearance we are again urging them to do the right thing and contact us, or Crime Stoppers anonymously.”
When Shyanne was last seen she was wearing bike shorts and a cream hoodie, with dark writing across the chest and shoulder.
She is described as being about 160cm tall with a slim build and blonde hair.
Anyone with information that could aid the investigation is encouraged to contact Police or Crimestoppers.
