NSW Police Force

10/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/26/2024 00:57

Appeal to locate elderly man missing from Lake Macquarie

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Appeal to locate elderly man missing from Lake Macquarie

Saturday, 26 October 2024 05:51:43 PM

***PLEASE NOTE: An image of the missing person is available via NSW Police Force social media pages.

Police are appealing for public assistance as they continue to search for a missing elderly man in the Lake Macquarie area.

George Linz, aged 98, was last seen on Silverdale Parade, Jewells, about 10.30am yesterday (Friday 25 October 2024).

When George couldn't be located, officers from Lake Macquarie Police District were notified and commenced inquiries.

Police hold concerns for George's welfare due to his age and as he has limited mobility.

George is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm tall, of slim build, and with grey hair.

He was last seen wearing an apricot-coloured jumper, grey trackpants and dark-coloured sneakers.

Anyone with information on George's whereabouts is urged to contact Lake Macquarie Police District 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.

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