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'Grave fears' for pair who may have jumped into croc-infested waters

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Caitlyn Munnich, 19, and Raphael Woodhouse, 25, were last seen near Bird Billabong in the Mary River early this morning.

Caitlyn Munnich, 19, and Raphael Woodhouse, 25, were last seen near Bird Billabong in the Mary River early this morning. 

There are grave concerns for two people who police believe jumped into a croc-infested river in the Northern Territory.

Caitlyn Munnich, 19, and Raphael Woodhouse, 25, were last seen near Bird Billabong in the Mary River early this morning.

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“We believe the pair may have jumped into the Mary River and hold grave concerns for their welfare,” Territory Duty Superintendent James O’Brien said.

“The Mary River system is full of salt water crocodiles and we are hoping that these people have made it to safety.”

9NEWS understands the pair were trying to avoid police at the time they went missing.

Members of the public are being urged not to approach the pair but to report all sightings to police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 999.

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