Appeal to locate missing man - Eden Creek

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man reported missing from the state's far north.

Michael Davis, aged 69, was reported missing on Monday 23 March 2020, after a friend was unable to contact him since Sunday 9 February 2020.

Officers attached to Richmond Police District commenced an investigation into his whereabouts.

Following inquiries, it is believed Mr Davis was last seen about 12.40pm on Wednesday 12 February 2020, when he visited a pharmacy on Summerland Way in Kyogle.

On Friday (27 March 2020), a search was coordinated by Police Rescue, assisted by State Emergency Service personnel, at his rural property on O'Donnell Road, Eden Creek, approximately 45km north of Casino.

The search team located a Suzuki 4WD near O'Donnell Creek yesterday (Saturday 29 March 2019, believed to be owned by Mr Davis.

Mr Davis was not located, and police are appealing for public assistance to help locate him.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180 – 185cm tall, with a medium build and grey hair.

Police hold concerns for Mr Davis' welfare due to weather conditions in the area at the time went missing and due to existing health conditions.

The search will continue today (Sunday 29 March 2020).

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to call Casino Police Station on 02 6662 0000 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.

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