Missing Margaret River couple: WA Police spot Ena Melville and Douglas Sims
Police Air Wing has spotted a missing couple after welfare concerns were raised for the pair when they went missing for more than a week after a camping trip in the WA outback.
Ena Melville, 62, and Douglas Sims, 68, had been due to return to their Margaret River home on Sunday, October 6 from the trip to Warburton, more than 1700km away.
But no one had heard from the couple since Monday September 30.
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WA Police said they did not appear to be in distress or in need of assistance, however, this could not be confirmed as officers were unable to communicate with them.
Warburton police officers are currently travelling towards the location to complete a welfare check.
The couple had not been in contact with family since September 30 and concerns were held for their welfare.
The Warburton area recently experienced heavy rainfall with some road closures still in place.
Originally published on The West Australian
