A search is underway for a man who was released from a correctional facility in Sydney's south-east.
Corey Hastings, aged 30, was last seen leaving the facility on Anzac Parade, Matraville, about 1pm today (Thursday 7 March 2024).
Police from Eastern Beaches Police Area Command are conducting an extensive search and inquiries to locate him.
Following inquiries, police believe he was last seen at a shopping centre in Eastgardens just before 3pm.
Hastings is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 192cm tall, with a heavy build and red/auburn hair.
He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt with stripes.
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate Hastings; it's believed he may be travelling by public transport.
Members of the public who see him are urged not to approach but contact Triple Zero (000) immediately.
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.
