Police appeal to find man missing from Ashley’s Tower

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man reported missing from the Hunter Region.

Terry Pakes, 41, was last seen in Ashley’s Tower near Racecourse Road, Cessnock, just before 2pm yesterday (Wednesday 27 December 2023).

When he was unable to be located or contacted, officers from Hunter Valley Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

There are serious concerns for Terry’s welfare as he lives with autism.

Terry is described as being of Caucasian appearance, large build, and has short black hair.

He was last seen wearing a Cronulla Sharks jersey, black shorts, and black shoes, and was carrying a black bum bag.

Anyone with information about Terry’s whereabouts is urged to contact 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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