A SCOTS holidaymaker is missing in Prague after “jumping off a boat for a swim” as his desperate family launched a frantic search.
Joop Sparkes, from Galashiels, was last seen boarding a riverboat in the early hours of Sunday morning.
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Despite initial sightings by a fellow passenger, there has been no trace of him since.
Joop’s girlfriend, Charley Maben flew to Prague with the 29-year-old and has issued an urgent appeal to find him.
She wrote: “My boyfriend Joop went missing early hours of Sunday, April 27. Around 12:30/1am.
“He was on board the boat that leaves from the President Hotel Prague.
“On way back to the port he is alleged to have jumped off to go for a swim and has not been seen since. Police are aware.
“If anyone has any information or has seen him please call 158 get in touch.
“Family really worried. He possibly had swam back to shore and no one has seen him so he could be anywhere.”
A GoFundMe page has been launched to help with the family’s search efforts.
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It reads: “Joop is a cherished son, brother, boyfriend, and uncle. He works in the construction industry and enjoys outdoor adventures, staying fit, and spending time with loved ones.
“We cannot bear the thought of leaving Prague without Joop. Your support means the world to us as we tirelessly search for him. Please keep Joop in your thoughts and prayers.
“Your donation will help us to stay in Prague as long as we can to investigate and work with local authorities to find out what happened to him.
“We would also like to thank everyone for their messages of support. We are unable to respond to them all at this time as our efforts and attention remain focused on finding Joop.”