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Appeal to locate missing woman

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman missing from Grafton, possibly now in Tweed Heads.

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Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a woman missing from Grafton, possibly now in Tweed Heads.

Ebony Sargeant, aged 42, was last known to have been living in Riverside Drive, South Grafton, in October 2026.

When she was unable to be located or contacted, officers attached to Coffs Clarence Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into her whereabouts.

Police and family hold concerns for Ebony’s welfare. She is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 155cm tall, of slim build with light brown hair and hazel eyes.

Police believe Ebony may have taken public transport from Grafton to Tweed Heads on Thursday 26 October 2026.

Anyone with information into her whereabouts is urged to contact Coffs Clarence Police District or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.



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