Police update 1: Missing 76yo Maryborough man

Maryborough police have coordinated an extensive air, land and water search for missing Maryborough man Robert Walker, 76, who was last seen on Friday, February 14 at around 4.45pm on Morning Street.

Police, including officers in vehicles, on trail bikes and on foot, along with SES personnel, officers from the Hervey Bay Water Police and the Brisbane Dive Squad, along with aerial support from the rescue helicopter, have conducted extensive searches.

Areas searched include sections of the Mary River and her banks, George Furber Park, local bushland and streets in the vicinity of where Mr Walker was last seen.

Today's search has been scaled back and police continue to liaise closely with Mr Walker's family.

Police continue to appeal for public assistance and are urging anyone with any information in relation to Mr Walker's current whereabouts to contact them.

Mr Walker is described as Caucasian, 165cm tall with a fair complexion, green eyes and short brown hair.

Media release issued 15 February: https://mypolice.page.link/ALWa

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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