Appeal to locate man missing from Casino, NSW

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a man missing from the Casino area.

Steven John Close, aged 56, was last seen leaving a hospital in Urbenville on Tuesday 22 May 2018.

When he failed to return home, officers from Richmond Police District were notified and commenced inquiries, NSW Police say.

Mr Close is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 170cm tall, of a medium build and with dark brown hair.

Mr Close is known to frequent the Casino area and police have received information he may be in Queensland.

Anyone with information, or that sights Steven, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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