Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from the state's Mid North Coast.
Frank Fowler, aged 76, was last seen at North Brother Mountain, Laurieton, about 2pm yesterday (Saturday 15 April 2023).
When he could not be located, officers attached to Mid North Coast Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
A search of the area has commenced with the assistance of State Emergency Service (SES), Rural Fire Service (RFS), Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Ambulance and PolAir.
Police and family members hold serious concerns for Frank's welfare due to his age and medical conditions.
Frank is described as being of Caucasian appearance, between 170cm to 175cm tall, of medium build, with grey hair and green eyes.
He was last seen wearing dark shorts and a green T-shirt.
Frank is believed to be in the North Brother Mountain area but frequents the Laurieton area as well.
Anyone with information of his whereabouts, or who may have seen Frank, 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.
