South Australian police drained a large dam at Oak Park Station in late October 2025 while searching for four-year-old Gus Lamont. They found no sign of him.
Key Facts
- Missing: Gus Lamont, 4, last seen on 27 September 2025.
- Where: Oak Park Station, about 40 km south of Yunta, SA.
- Dam: About 4.5 metres deep, about 600 metres from the homestead.
- Water removed: 3.2 million litres, over about three and a half hours.
- Result: No significant evidence found.
Why the Dam Was Drained
Police wanted to search underwater plants and rule out drowning. Divers searched the main dam and a holding dam.
Later Searches
In November 2025, police also searched six mine shafts on the station, with no evidence found.
Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Gus Lamont go missing?
On 27 September 2025.
Did the dam search find anything?
No significant evidence was found.
How much water was drained?
About 3.2 million litres.
Conclusion
The search for Gus has been long and painful for his family.
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