Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from Sydney’s south.
Walter Ortega, aged 62, was last seen on Farr Street, Rockdale, about 11.40am today (Thursday 11 June 2026).
When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to St George Police Area Command were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
Police and family hold concerns for Walter’s welfare as he requires regular medication.
Walter is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 170cm tall, of slim build, with grey short hair and a moustache.
He was last seen wearing a navy zip jumper and navy trackpants.
Walter is known to frequent the Rockdale area.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to contact St George Police Area Command 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.
