Appeal to locate man missing in Byron Bay

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man reported missing from Byron Bay, NSW Police say.

Mark Goyen, aged 61, was visiting Byron Bay and was last seen leaving his hotel on Childe Street about 1.30pm yesterday (Saturday 31 March 2018), to go for a walk.

His wife reported his disappearance to local police when he failed to return to the hotel and a search has commenced.

There are concerns for his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition and requires medication.

Mark was last seen wearing a t-shirt, khaki shorts, white joggers, and a black backpack.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts, or that sights him is urged to contact police via Crime Stoppers.

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