Human remains have been found during the search but the family has appealed friends and relatives not to post condolence messages.
The Herald Sun reports that in a Facebook post from Hemant Govekar’s account just before 7 am this morning, his family said he remains a missing person.
“Police have just reported him as missing. We have not heard any more from them,” it read.
“Kindly do not post condolence messages as yet — it’s hard on the family. We will provide any official updates we receive. Thanks for your understanding.”
28-year-old Hemant Govekar had gone to Phillip Island with his family and went for a swim at the Cape Woolamai beach when he was spotted by surfers in trouble about 5.30pm on Christmas Day.
They said he quickly disappeared from their sight.
The search continued on Tuesday and police said human remains were found late in the afternoon. A Victoria Police spokeswoman said the remains will undergo forensic testing to determine identity.
