Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from the state's west.
Ryan Hammond, aged 29, was last seen on Fish Parade, Gormans Hill, about 3km south of Bathurst, at 8.30pm on Monday 21 December 2025.
When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Chifley Police District were notified and inquiries commenced to locate him.
Police and family have concerns for Ryan's welfare.
Ryan is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 165cm tall, with a thin build, black hair, and black facial hair.
He was last seen wearing a grey long sleeve shirt and red shorts.
Ryan is known to frequent the Bathurst and Lake Illawarra areas.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to contact Bathurst Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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