Police are appealing for public assistance to locate an elderly man missing from the state's Central Coast.
Bruce Gourlay, aged 79, was last seen on Laelana Avenue, Budgewoi, about 11.30pm yesterday (Saturday 25 January 2025).
When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
There are serious concerns for Bruce's welfare as his he lives with dementia and requires regular medical treatment.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm tall, of thin build, with grey hair.
Bruce was last seen wearing a black shirt, black shorts, shoes and carrying a thermal drink bottle.
He is believed to still be in the Budgewoi or surrounding areas.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to call Tuggerah Lakes 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.
