scone.com.auLocal Man Found Deceased
AT approximately 8:15 this morning 60 year old John Begg was found deceased on his property Harben Vale, Blandford.
Mr Begg was found by his neighbour Peter Haydon and police have confirmed they are investigating a quad bike accident, but are unable to provide further details until police forensics have assessed the scene.
Mr Begg had been weed spraying his property on his quad bike yesterday and failed to return home.
During the night a police search of the 1,300 acre property was conducted including sweeps by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, but they failed to locate Mr Begg.
A report will be prepared for the coronor.
Statement from the family of John Begg:
It is with deep sadness the family of Blandford farmer John Begg confirm his death this morning by a quad bike accident. Phoebe, Andrew, Michael and Charlie thank everyone for their condolences and ask for privacy at this time. The family will advise of funeral arrangements at a later date.
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Emergency service vehicles outside Harben Vale where Mr Beggs was found deceased.