Missing man found alive in Ōtaki Forks after two nights

Tuesday 26 November 2024 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 26 Nov 2024, 3:13pm

David McHaffie has been found alive after going missing in the Ōtaki Forks bush on Saturday. Rescuers were led to the 78-year-old man by his dog, Robey, who had been barking. Police stated it is unlikely McHaffie would have survived without the dog's assistance.

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1. StuffTue 26 Nov 2024, 1:05pm

   Missing man in Ōtaki found alive thanks to his dog (opens in new tab)

2. The PostTue 26 Nov 2024, 3:13pm

   Ōtaki Forks rescuer was once rescued himself (opens in new tab)