Police are appealing for public assistance to locate an elderly man reported missing from the state’s mid north coast.
John Flynn, aged 81, was last seen near Taree Railway Station, Whitbread Street, Taree, about 10.30am today (Friday 2 October 2026).
When he was unable to be located or contacted, officers attached to Manning/Great Lakes Police District were notified at 3.25pm today and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
Police and family hold serious concerns for John’s welfare as he lives with a medical condition.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 150cm to 155cm tall, of thin build, with grey hair.
John was last seen wearing a black jacket and beige pants.
Anyone with information into her whereabouts is urged to contact Taree 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 managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
