BY DAKOTA TAIT
Colin's been found safe and well at Swamp Creek behind Weston Street on Wednesday after a land and air search.
Police are thanking the public for their assistance.
EARLIER
Police are appealing to the public for help to locate a 68-year-old man missing from the Hunter.
Colin Bredin was last seen on Sixth Street at Weston, about 12.45pm on Tuesday 20 December 2022.
After failing to return home, officers began inquiries to locate him.
Family and police hold concerns for his welfare due to his age and because he lives with Alzheimer's disease.
Colin is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm tall, of solid build, with grey hair and a grey beard.
He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a maroon rugby jersey, camouflage baseball cap and green joggers.
Anyone with information about Colin’s whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
