Search for fisherman missing in Far North Queensland croc country

A man has gone missing while fishing in crocodile country in Far North Queensland.

Police started a search at the Olive River in Shelburne for the fisherman last night after he was reported missing.

It was suspended overnight before resuming this morning.

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"Emergency services were called to the area last night after the man, aged in his 60s, failed to return," Queensland Police said.

"Police and the Rescue 700 helicopter commenced the search yesterday evening and recommenced search efforts at first light this morning.

"Additional officers are travelling from Bamaga this morning to assist."

Shelburne is less than 100km from Cape York, firmly in Queensland's crocodile country.

Police did not say whether a crocodile is believed to have been involved in the fisherman's disappearance.