South Australian police have officially suspended the search for four-year-old Gus Lamont, who vanished from his family’s remote sheep station nearly three weeks ago. Despite a renewed effort involving 80 Australian Defense Force personnel, no trace of the boy has been found. Gus was last seen playing outside his home near Yunta, approximately 300 kilometers from Adelaide, on September 27. His grandmother had left him unattended for about 30 minutes before discovering his absence, triggering one of the largest search operations in the region’s history. Authorities, who do not suspect foul play, have transitioned the case into a ‘recovery operation.’ The search covered an expansive area of 470 square kilometers—twice the size of Edinburgh—but the rugged, harsh terrain and unpredictable weather conditions have significantly hindered efforts. A 12-person taskforce has been established to continue the investigation, with future searches not ruled out. Gus, described as adventurous yet shy, was last seen wearing a gray hat, light gray pants, boots, and a blue long-sleeve T-shirt featuring a yellow Minion character. His disappearance has captivated national attention, with widespread media coverage and online speculation. Police have urged the public to refrain from sharing unverified information, particularly after fake AI-generated images of Gus circulated on social media. The Lamont family remains ‘devastated,’ expressing their profound grief and longing for Gus. Commissioner Grant Stevens acknowledged the family’s resilience, describing the situation as ‘traumatic’ and emphasizing the emotional toll of not knowing Gus’s whereabouts.