Body of missing man found near Dwellingup

The body of missing man Frank Nelson was located by seachers about 3:30pm yesterday, September 11.

He was located a short distance from Bobs Crossing. His death is not suspicious and police will prepare a report for the Coroner.   

Mr Nelson's family would like to thank all personnel and volunteers involved during the search including: State Emergency Service, WA Police, Dwellingup Adventures & Department of Parks and Wildlife.

Earlier:

There are grave fears for a 66-year-old man who has now been missing near Dwellingup for over two days.

Francis Ernest Nelson, known as Frank, had been camping in the Nanga Brook area and was last seen leaving his campsite about 4.30am on Saturday with his canoe.

About four hours later, rangers found his empty canoe and paddle floating in the river near Bob's Crossing.

Mr Nelson's vehicle was parked nearby on Murray Valley Road.

Despite an extensive search by Water Police, Mounted Police, SES volunteers and drones, there has been no sign of Mr Nelson.