Police appeal to locate man missing from Mid North Coast 20 March

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from the states Mid North Coast.

Harley Longbottom, aged 85, was last seen at a home on The Lakes Way, Tuncurry, about 9.30am today (Monday 20 March 2023).

When he failed to return and could not be located, officers from Manning Great Lakes Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold concerns for his welfare due to his age.

Harley is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 170cm – 180cm height, medium build, blue eyes and balding white hair.

He may be driving a grey 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee with black trim; the vehicles registration is AYS45F. The vehicle has custom front lights, roof racks and solar panels on the roof.

Harley is known to frequent the Tuncurry, Hallidays Point or Maitland areas.

Anyone who may have seen Harley or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact local 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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