The search has recommenced this morning for a 20-year-old man who disappeared while swimming off Main Beach yesterday evening, 3 March.

Around 6.30pm, emergency services were called after a male tourist was reportedly struggling in the water off Braker Street.

Witnesses attempted to assist the man but lost sight of him in the water.

Police attended and searched the area using multiple assets including Water Police vessels, jetskis, PolAir, SSUV Beach Rhinos and foot patrols, in conjunction with surf life savers.

The search had to be suspended at 8.30pm last night due to lack of light, but recommenced at first light this morning, 4 March.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the missing swimmer is urged to contact police.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2600305328

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