Media release

Concern for Welfare - Jabiru

Police

Jabiru Police, with the assistance of Kakadu Park Rangers, continue to search for a missing woman who was last seen camping at the South Alligator Boat Ramp car park.

Senior Sergeant Roger Ilett from Jabiru Police Station said missing woman Elaine Margaret Maxwell, aged 61, was last seen on Friday 24 February whilst camping next to her vehicle.

“We believe she may be suffering from a medical condition and urge anyone that may have seen her, or who may know of her whereabouts, to contact Police on 131 444,” Senior Sergeant Ilett said.

“The South Alligator River has been experiencing high tides of over seven metres recently, and we have concerns for the woman’s safety. Police and Rangers have searched on foot and utilised helicopters and quad bikes in an attempt to locate the missing woman.”

Ms Maxwell is described as Caucasian with a fair complexion, slim build and approximately 165cms tall.

The vehicle she was last seen near is described to be a Nissan 4x4 Short Wheel Base with Western Australia registration HC 2018.

 

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