Police Appeal To Locate Boy Missing From Croydon Park

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a young boy missing from Croydon Park.

Gus Paleothodoros, aged 11, was last seen leaving a home on Hextol Street, Croydon Park, about 7.20pm today (Friday 8 November 2024).

When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Burwood Police Area Command were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold serious concerns for Gus’ welfare due to his age and him acting out of character.

Gus is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 145cm tall, thin build and having short auburn hair.

He was last seen wearing a black shirt, black shirts and black shoes.

Gus was last seen walking towards the Cook River and is known to frequent the Canterbury, Campsie and Croydon Park areas.

Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to contact Burwood Police 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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