A search and rescue operation is currently underway for two men who are believed to be lost in the Mengha region of North-West Tasmania.
Cody Evans and Joshua Heel-Murray were reportedly gold prospecting in the area when they contacted their family around 8:30PM on Tuesday night, revealing that they had lost their way.
According to the information provided by Police, the men were heading towards the Spion Kop Road area in search of gold.
The duo is believed to have been travelling in an older model white Mitsubishi Pajero, which hasn’t been seen since last night.
Various resources have been deployed to search for the men, including the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, in an effort to locate them.
Police are urging anyone who has sighted the vehicle or the missing men to immediately contact them on 131 444, and to quote reference number ESCAD 000012-17032023.
