Police appeal to locate man missing from Central Coast 22 July

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from the Central Coast.

Warren Bourke, aged 61, was last seen at his home in Blue Haven about 9.30am today (Saturday 22 July 2023).

When he did not return and could not be contacted, officers from North Shore Police Area Command were notified this afternoon. Tuggerah Lakes Police District have now commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold serious concerns for his welfare as his behaviour is considered out of character.

Warren is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 170cm tall, of average build, and greying/white hair.

He was last seen wearing long-sleeved t-shirt, blue jeans, and was carrying a black backpack. He also has a bandage on forehead.

He is known to frequent the Wyong area.

Anyone who may have seen Warren today – or has information about his whereabouts – is urged to contact police.

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.

/Public Release. View in full here.