Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from the states Hunter Region.
Peter Bates, aged 42, was last seen leaving a medical facility in New Lambton Heights - after presenting with a stomach wound - and boarding a bus about 3pm yesterday (Thursday 11 June 2026).
When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Newcastle City Police District were notified and commenced inquiries to locate him.
There are extremely serious concerns for Peter's welfare as he requires urgent medical assistance for the wound.
The cause of the wound is not known.
Peter is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 175cm tall, medium build with short brown hair.
He was last seen wearing a grey beanie, black hooded jumper, light grey track pants, red shoes and carrying a white plastic bag.
Peter is known to frequent the surrounding areas of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
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. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
