A search has resumed this morning for a man reported missing while paddle boarding east of Kempsey.
Steve Wood, aged 61, was last seen paddle boarding in a creek leading to Killick Beach, Crescent Head, about 1pm on Saturday 15 April 2023.
When he was unable to be located, officers from Mid North Coast Police District were notified and commenced an investigation.
Local police, assisted by Marine Area Command, Surf Life Saving, State Emergency Service (SES) and Polair personnel attended the scene and began searching for the man.
The search continued on Sunday (16 April 2023) until 4pm and resumed again at 8am today (Monday 17 April 2023).
Steve's family and police hold serious concerns for his welfare and urge anyone who may have seen him to come forward.
Steve is described as being of Caucasian appearance, with medium build and shaved head.
Anyone with information about Steve's whereabouts is urged to call Mid North Coast 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 treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
