Police appeal to locate missing man at Hunter

Police are appealing for assistance to locate a man missing from the Hunter region, last seen in the Hamilton area.

Colin Whittaker, aged 58, was last seen on Beaumont Street, Hamilton about 9:50pm on Sunday 21 November 2021.

Officers from Lake Macquarie Police District were notified later that day and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family members hold concerns for his welfare due to a medical condition.

Colin also hasn't made contact with family since November and hasn't used his bank account, he also does not have a mobile phone.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, between 180cm to 185cm tall, with a slim build, grey hair and green eyes. He was last seen wearing white/cream coloured jacket, light coloured pants and a dark beanie.

He is known to frequent areas of Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Ourimbah, he is also known to use the public transport network and other public facilities. He had previously mentioned that he intended to travel to Queensland, however he has no means to travel there.

Anyone who may have seen Colin or that may know of his whereabouts is urged to contact police 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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