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Neil Shepherd, 73, missing from Oak Flats since Sunday

A 73-year-old man last seen near Wollongong on Sunday afternoon is missing, and police hold welfare concerns.

Neil Shepherd disappeared from Pioneer Drive in Oak Flats around 1pm on Sunday, September 20. Police say he is known to frequent the Kiama area and may be driving a white Hyundai i30 with NSW plates BZD 87B.

Shepherd is Caucasian, medium build, about 175 centimetres tall, with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone who has seen him or the vehicle is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Dozens of other long-term missing people remain unaccounted for in the Illawarra region.

73
Age
September 20, about 1pm
Last seen
Pioneer Drive, Oak Flats
Location
White Hyundai i30, NSW plates BZD 87B
Vehicle

Why it mattersA missing person alert helps the community spot someone who needs urgent help and may prevent a tragedy.

AustraliaPeople in the Illawarra and surrounding areas can help locate a vulnerable local man by watching for the described vehicle and reporting sightings to police.

✓ Claims checked against the source. checked 3 d ago

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