NSW Police have today located the body of a man, believed to be that of an 85-year-old reported missing from Beresfield.
Police say the man was last seen about 2pm on Monday.
“When he could not be contacted or located, officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts,” NSW Police said in a statement.“Following extensive inquiries and a multi-agency search with assistance from Newcastle Police Rescue, NSW Police Divers, NSW SES, Westpac and the local community, the body of a man was located near Anderson Drive, Beresfield, about 12.30pm today.“While the body is yet to be formally identified, it is believed to be that of the missing 85-year-old man.” A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.