Police are appealing for public assistance to locate an elderly man missing from the Epping.
John Duratovic, aged 87, was last seen in First Avenue, Epping, about 1.30pm today (Friday 31 July 2026).
When he was unable to be located or contacted, officers attached to Ryde Police Area Command were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
Family and police have serious concerns for John's welfare as he lives with dementia.
John is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 175cm, thin build, white hair, and is clean-shaven.
When last seen he was wearing blue denim jeans, dark long-sleeve shirt, and black or brown shoes, and a blue cap.
John is known to frequent the Epping shops, Eastwood shops, and Eastwood Train Station precincts.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to contact Triple Zero (000).
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
