Police have launched a public appeal for help to locate a 69-year-old man who went missing while travelling to Port Stephens on Christmas Day.
Search Underway for Missing Traveller
Graham Bassett was last seen while driving a white 2016-model Mercedes Benz campervan. He was on his way to the popular coastal region of Port Stephens when he disappeared, prompting serious concern from authorities and his family.
The New South Wales Police have released a picture of Mr Bassett and his vehicle, urging anyone with information to come forward immediately. The disappearance is particularly distressing given it occurred on December 25, a day typically spent with loved ones.
Details of the Disappearance and Vehicle
The specific route Mr Bassett was taking and his last confirmed location have not been publicly disclosed by investigators. However, the appeal highlights the urgency of the situation.
Authorities are asking the community, especially those in the Newcastle, Hunter, and Port Stephens areas, to be on the lookout for the distinctive white campervan. Any sighting, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial to the investigation.
Community Urged to Assist Police
This incident forms part of the broader news coverage provided by the Newcastle Herald, which is delivering live updates on breaking incidents, weather, and travel across the region. The newspaper's live blog remains freely accessible to all readers during this developing story.
Police are treating Mr Bassett's disappearance with high priority. They are likely coordinating land and potentially aerial searches along probable travel corridors between his point of origin and his intended destination.
Anyone who sees the vehicle or has any information regarding Graham Bassett's whereabouts is urged to contact NSW Police or Crime Stoppers without delay.
