Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man reported missing from Lake Macquarie.
Chad Austin, aged 41, was last seen boarding a train from the Newcastle Interchange, about 7.30pm on Monday 26 January 2026.
Officers attached to Lake Macquarie Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
Police and family hold concerns for Chad's welfare.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 175cm-180cm tall, of solid build, with shaved hair and brown eyes.
Police believe he may have travelled to Central Railway Station, Sydney.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to call Belmont 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 managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
