UPDATE: Police are urgently seeking public assistance to locate Gavin, a 56-year-old man missing since October 31 in Wangaratta. Last seen at his home around 9 PM, Gavin’s disappearance is described as “out of character,” raising serious concerns for his safety.
Authorities confirmed that Gavin’s vehicle, a blue Nissan X-Trail with Victorian registration AKS955, was spotted on Murphy Street at approximately 8:30 AM on November 1. The Wangaratta police, who are leading the investigation, reported that Gavin’s family is extremely worried due to his medical condition.
In a statement, police emphasized the urgency of the situation:
“Gavin’s family and police have concerns for his welfare due to a medical condition and his disappearance being out of character.”
To aid the search, authorities have released an image of Gavin. He is described as having short, grey hair, a thin build, and a notable tattoo of a magpie on his left ankle.
Anyone who has seen Gavin or has any information is urged to contact the Wangaratta police station at (03) 5723 0888 immediately. The community’s help is crucial in locating him as the search intensifies.
This urgent appeal comes amidst other local incidents, including a vehicle flipping after a tree fell onto the Hume Highway, and a teenager being jailed for reckless driving at speeds of 140 km/h. As the situation develops, more updates will follow.
Stay tuned for the latest on this critical search and help spread the word. Your information could be vital in bringing Gavin home safely.
