Man missing from Maitland located

Monday, 06 May 2024 12:21:15 AM

A man reported missing from the Newcastle area has been located safe.

The 70-year-old left the Maitland Hospital on Metford Rd, Metford, about 11am yesterday (Sunday 5 May 2024.

When he could not be located, officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Following a search of the area the man was located safe at East Maitland at 2am this morning (Monday 6 May 2024). He has been returned to hospital.

Police would like to thank the media and the community for their assistance.

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