The heartbroken grandparents of a missing toddler have spoken out following a reduction in the police search efforts. August “Gus” Lamont went missing from a remote area in Oak Park, Australia, leading to an extensive search operation with no significant findings except for a single footprint.
After the search was scaled back due to diminishing hopes of finding Gus alive, his grandmother, Josie Murray, expressed the family’s ongoing optimism in finding him. She declined external assistance, emphasizing their commitment to handling the situation independently.
Local residents are now advising well-intentioned volunteers to withdraw from the search area to allow the family space to cope with their loss. An acquaintance of the family mentioned the need for privacy and tranquility during this challenging time.
Despite continuous efforts by authorities to locate Gus, only one footprint was discovered 500m away from the property. As of the latest update on October 3, the police have acknowledged the slim chances of finding Gus alive.
Assistant Police Commissioner Ian Parrott stated that despite exhaustive search efforts, no further clues have emerged, leading to the decision to scale back the operation. The authorities remain dedicated to pursuing any leads but acknowledge the challenges in locating Gus.
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