A survivor from the Gulf Livestock 1 being taken aboard a Japanese Coast Guard ship after being picked up out of the water. The family of a missing Southland man who was aboard a livestock ship when it sank off the coast of Japan may mount a private search for their son. READ MORE:* Gulf Livestock 1: Hopes of finding life pinned on satellite technology* Missing man's family disappointed in Government response* Family of Kiwi missing after livestock ship capsized release map of where they believe he isThe family was overwhelmed by the donated resources, support and generosity of private individuals. ‘’It would appear that we have no choice but to be ready to mount a private, locally-organised response and rescue plan,’’ the family said. Supplied Southland man Lochie Bellerby was aboard a livestock ship that sank off the Japan coast on September 2.

Source: Stuff September 16, 2020 01:41 UTC