Police appeal to locate missing boy at Wollongong

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a boy missing in the Wollongong area.

Issak Howarth, aged 13, was last seen at a residence in Woonona about 5pm yesterday (Tuesday 12 September 2023).

When he was unable to be contacted or located since, officers attached to Wollongong Police District commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

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

Issak is described as being of Caucasian appearance, of slim build, with dark short hair and brown eyes.

He is known to utilise public transport and frequents the Wollongong and Blacktown areas.

Anyone with information into Issak’s whereabouts is urged to contact 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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