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20 year old Jordan Whitelock was last seen at Casino. Photo NSW Police

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man from Grafton missing from the North Coast area.

Jordan Whitelock, aged 20, was last seen about 6.40pm on Wednesday 29 March 2023 at Casino Railway Station.

When he failed to reach his destination at Tweed Heads or make contact with family members, officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold concerns for his welfare.

Jordan is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm tall, of medium build, with short brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a grey shirt and black shorts.

Anyone who may have seen Jordan or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact Grafton 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.

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