Police
appeal for help to locate missing man - Stanmore
2009-04-27 13:40:51
NSW Police are appealing for public assistance to locate an elderly man who has
been missing from the Stanmore area in Sydney's inner west since last week.
About 8pm, Tuesday 21 April, 77-year-old George Reissenhoffer left a nursing
home in Cambridge Street and has not been seen since.
Police were alerted by staff and conducted extensive searches of the area
including canvassing local businesses and Sydney Hospitals without success.
There are serious concerns for Mr Reissenhoffer's welfare as he suffers from a
heart condition and requires daily medication.
George Reissenhoffer has been described as being of white/European appearance,
approximately 160cm tall, about 85kgs with a medium build and green eyes. He was
last seen wearing a blue jumper and grey pants.
Anyone who may have seen Mr Reissenhoffer or has information in regards to his
whereabouts is urged to contact Newtown Police on (02) 9550 8199 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.