Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a boy reported missing from the state's Hunter Region.
Decklan Hannaford, aged 15, was last seen in Edgeworth about 5.30pm today (Tuesday 4th November 2025).
Police and family hold concerns for Decklan's welfare due to his young age.
When he could not be located, officers attached to Lake Macquarie Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 110cm tall with medium build with dark brown hair, and was last seen wearing dark-coloured clothing.
Police believe he may be in the Rutherford area.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts it urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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