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'Help' sign spotted written in the sand at remote West Coast lake

September 1, 2023

A message for help has been spotted written in the sand on the shore of a remote West Coast lake.

It was spotted by a helicopter flying over Lake Ahaura, east of Greymouth.

Police are seeking any information that may determine the circumstances of the message.

"We are asking to hear from anyone who knows of parties having gone into that area recently," police said in a statement.

"We would also like to hear from anyone who may have written the message and who may now be safe and well."

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