Police Appeal To Locate Missing Man At Toongabbie

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from Sydney’s south west.

Richard Matts, aged 37, was last seen in Pendle Hill today (Friday 20 September 2024).

When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Cumberland Police Area Command were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold serious concerns for Richard’s welfare.

Richard is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, 180cm tall, with a medium build.

He was last seen wearing a blue long sleeve jumper, black shorts, no shoes, and in the company of a woman.

He is known to frequent Toongabbie, Seven Hills, Blacktown, and Mount Druitt areas.

Anyone who sights Richard is urged not to approach him, but to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Triple Zero.

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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