Search underway in Taree for woman missing from local hospital

A search is underway in Taree as concerns are held for the welfare of a woman missing from a local hospital.

Vicky Davey, aged 62, was last seen leaving a hospital on Potoroo Road, Taree, about 5pm (Tuesday 19 March 2024).

Police were alerted when Vicki couldn’t be located or contacted.

Concerns are held for her welfare as she lives with Dementia and could be disoriented.

Officers from Manning/ Great Lakes Police District are conducting a search of the area with assistance from the Dog Unit.

Police are also searching nearby bushland that it’s believed Vicki might have walked into.

Vicki is described as being of Caucasian appearance, thin build, and thick sandy-coloured hair. She was wearing a cream and brown striped cardigan, along with a purple shirt, grey leggings and white joggers.

Anyone who sees Vicki is urged to contact police immediately.

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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