Police appeal to locate missing teenager at Queanbeyan

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

Jacob Whiting, aged 15, was last seen on Cassia Crescent, Karabar, on Wednesday (13 September 2023).

When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Monaro Police District were notified today (Monday 18 September 2023) and commenced an investigation to locate him.

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

Jacob is described as being of Caucasian appearance, approximately 150cm-160cm tall, of medium build with black hair and brown eyes.

He was last seen wearing a black puffer jacket, black pants, white shoes and a baseball cap.

He is known to frequent the Queanbeyan and ACT areas.

Anyone who sights Jacob – or knows any information into his whereabouts – is urged to contact Monaro Police District 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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