***An image of the missing man will be posted on NSW Police social media pages.
The search for a man last seen entering the water at Moonee Beach on the state's north has commenced today.
Taewoo Kim, aged 21, was last seen about 1pm on Thursday (26 December 2024), when he entered waters at Moonee Beach, off Dammerel Crescent Emerald Beach.
About 9.30pm yesterday (Friday 27 December 2024), police were notified when Taewoo had not returned to his accommodation.
Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District attended Moonee Beach where items believed to belong to Taewoo were located.
Local police, with the assistance of the Marine Area Command, SES, Surf Life Saving and Marine Rescue NSW have commenced a search of the area.
Taewoo is described as being of Asian appearance, of slim build, about 175cm tall, with black hair and brown eyes.
Anyone with information about Taewoo's whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or . Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
