Police appeal to locate man missing from Cooma

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

Alex Pickens, aged 54, was last seen in the area of Numeralla about 7pm yesterday (Friday 12 May 2023), before he was reported missing to officers from Monaro Police District, who commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold serious concerns for Alex’s welfare due to a number of serious health concerns.

Alex is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 170cm tall, with a large build, 100kg, blue eyes, clean shaven, short sandy grey hair. Last seen wearing a navy puffer jacket with blue jeans, brown boots and tan “teddy” jumper.

He was last seen driving a white Holden Colorado utility with ACT registration, YDW24P. The ute was towing a box trailer (not further described).

Anyone who may have seen Alex or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact Cooma 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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