The hunt for missing Mid North Coast man John Shaw has been extended.
Mr Shaw was last seen driving home about 3:30pm on Christmas Day after having lunch with family in Taree, but about 2:30am the following day his vehicle was found crashed and abandoned on the Oxley Highway about 25km east of Mt Seaview.
There has been no sign of Mr Shaw since, and there are concerns are held for Mr Shaw’s welfare, as he requires regular medication.
New information received from members of the public have prompted police to extend the search in the vicinity of Myrtle Scrub Road and the Oxley Highway, Wauchope.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
Mr Shaw is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 173cm tall, with a medium/fit build, and black hair. He was last seen wearing a blue shirt, black shorts and white sneakers.
