Police update 2: Search continues for missing man at Cairns

Police are appealing for public assistance regarding the ongoing search for missing man 67-year-old Robert Patterson, last seen in Cairns on May 15.

On May 18, an item of clothing police believe may be linked to Robert was located in bushland near Portsmith.

Far North Police, with the assistance of State Emergency Services personnel and members of the community, are continuing air, land and water searches of bushland in the Portsmith area.

As part of the investigation, police are appealing to members of the public who have dash cam footage captured on May 15 from the area between Aumuller, Cook, Tingira and Redden streets, Portsmith.

Officers are continuing their appeal for anyone with information regarding Robert's current whereabouts to come forward.

Robert is described as Aboriginal, of a slim build, around 175cm tall with black curly hair.

He was wearing a black and white, button up checked shirt and dark coloured jeans.

Follow the links below to previous releases:

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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