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River search after calls for help

A SEARCH is continuing on the Georges River at Picnic Point after a man was heard calling out for help on Saturday night.

About 10.50pm on Saturday, emergency services were called to Carinya Road following reports a man was heard calling for help from the Georges River.
Bankstown Police searched the area with assistance from PolAir and Marine Area Command, but could locate anyone. An unoccupied boat and black sedan were located in the vicinity a short time later.
Anyone with information into the incident, or who may have seen a black Mercedes sedan in the vicinity of Carinya Road, Picnic Point, is urged to call Bankstown police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.