Search for missing Margaret River man Terry Jennings called off

Police have called off the search for 73-year-old man Terry Jennings who went missing in the Margaret River area. A police spokesperson announced the search would be suspended until any new information on the man’s disappearance came to light. He was last seen parking his car and trailer at the Gnarabup boat ramp carpark on Thursday in the Margaret River region. It is believed Mr Jennings, a well-known community member, went out to sea in a 3m dinghy. Police said the boat would have been unsuitable for the harsh weather conditions experienced in the area over the weekend. Police are trying to track down a man who was last seen speaking to Mr Jennings on Thursday near the White Elephant Cafe. Insp. Scott Morrissey said police aircraft and water vessels were being supported by the Augusta and Margaret River Volunteer Marine Rescue Services. “It is dire, the missing person has not been seen since Thursday morning, so it’s four days,” he said. “We were behind the eight ball before we started, so we have thrown a lot of resources and assets at this to try and resolve this as quickly as we can but obviously that’s very challenging.” An air and sea search started on Monday morning after weather precluded the search on Sunday night. The parked boat trailer was reported to police on Sunday night. Anyone with information is asked to call Margaret River Police on 9757 8600 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.