Police are searching for 72yo, Robert Craig, last seen on a bush track at Helen Street, South Golden Beach, about 7.30am today (Thursday, 15 Octoberr 2026).
When he was unable to be located or contacted, officers attached to Tweed/Byron Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.
Police and family hold serious concerns for Robert’s welfare due to a medical condition.
Robert is described as Caucasian, 175cm tall, large build, short grey hair and stubble.
He was last seen wearing blue shorts, red flannelette shirt and thongs. At the time he had two sausage dogs with him.
He is known to frequent the South Golden Beach area.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to contact Bangalow Police Station, call Triple zero (000), 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.
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