Appeal Launched To Find Missing Carrington Man

 BY IAN CROUCH

A search is underway for a man who's gone missing from the Newcastle suburb of Carrington.

57-year-old Adam Hinks was last seen on Thornton Street on Friday May 29.

There are concerns for his welfare as he requires regular medication.

Adam's described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm tall with a thin build, grey hair and green/hazel eyes.

He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and brown pants and it's understood his right arm is in a sling.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

 

 

Missing man Adam Hinks

 

Graves Desecrated At Hunter Valley Cemetery

 BY IAN CROUCH

Hunter Valley police are searching for those responsible for the desecration of several graves at the Sedgefield Cemetery near Singleton.

It's believed sometime between 11.00am last Tuesday May 26 and the following day seven headstones were smashed, some beyond repair.

The crime has caused distress to the families of the deceased and the local community.

Police are asking anyone who may have information which could assist their investigation to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. 

 

Woman Killed In Pedestrian Crash At Wyee

 BY IAN CROUCH

Lake Macquarie police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash at Wyee overnight.

Just after 7.00pm on Sunday 31 May, emergency services were called to Wyee Road near Bethshan Street to reports a pedestrian had been struck by a black sedan.

Paramedics treated a 45-year-old woman but she couldn't be revived - she is yet to be formally identified.

The driver of the car, a woman in her 40's, was taken to Wyong Hospital for mandatory drug and alcohol testing

A report is being prepared for the Coroner.