Appeal to locate man missing from Gunnedah – Oxley

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from Gunnedah.

Ross Grudgefield, aged 84, was last seen at an aged care facility on Short Street, Gunnedah about 11.15am today (Friday 17 May 2024).

When he was unable to be contacted or located, officers attached to the Oxley Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold serious concerns for his welfare due to his age and medical conditions he lives with.

Ross is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 185cm-190cm tall with a thin build, grey hair and blue eyes.

He was last seen wearing jeans, a navy polar fleece and a striped or blue flannelette shirt underneath.

Ross is believed to be travelling on foot and is known to frequent the Gunnedah area.

Anyone with information into Ross’s whereabouts is urged to call Gunnedah Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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