A teenage boy missing from Molong has been found "safe and well" in a nearby town.
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The 16-year-old was found by NSW Police in Cudal at about 9:30am on Monday by NSW Police following a public appeal for information.
Family reported the boy missing from a Molong property on Belgravia Road at about 6:30pm, Sunday January 29.
He was believed to be travelling on a blue mountain bike wearing a green-hooded jumper with a "Bike Camp" logo on the front.
"A teenage boy missing from the state's Central West has been found safe and well," a statement from police said.
In geo-targeted text alerts, Wood was described as being of large-build, 155 to 160 centimetres in height, with short brown hair, and of Caucasian appearance.
The teenager was also identified as wearing black shorts and black shoes, including a green-knotted band around his wrist.
Police and family were also concerned due to Wood "living with a condition" that requires medical treatment.
- Support is available for those who may be distressed. Phone Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline 1800 551 800.
ORIGINAL STORY 7am, Monday: An urgent appeal for information on the whereabouts of a missing teenager in the Central West has been launched by police.
Central West officers are urging the public for assistance following no sign of a 16-year-old for the past 12-hours.
Police were notified after the boy failed to return home on Sunday night - last seen by family members at around 6:30pm at a Belgravia Road property in Molong on January 29.
Believed to be travelling on a blue mountain bike, officials describe Harrison Wood as being of large-build and 155 to 160 centimetres in height, with short brown hair and of Caucasian appearance.
The teenager was last seen wearing black shorts and black shoes in a green-hooded jumper with a "Bike Camp" logo on the front, along with a green-knotted band around his wrist.
Family and police are holding concerns for Harrison's welfare not only due to his young age, but that he also lives with a condition requiring medical treatment.
People with any further details are also urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
- Support is available for those who may be distressed. Phone Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline 1800 551 800.
William Davis
Covering local government and breaking news in Orange with the Central Western Daily. Got a story? Contact me at william.davis@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Covering local government and breaking news in Orange with the Central Western Daily. Got a story? Contact me at william.davis@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Emily Gobourg
Em Gobourg is a Cabonne-based journo with the CWD. Outside of people and business yarns, she's usually wearing Tradie boots or found on a rugby paddock. Want to get in touch? Flick an email to emily.gobourg@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Em Gobourg is a Cabonne-based journo with the CWD. Outside of people and business yarns, she's usually wearing Tradie boots or found on a rugby paddock. Want to get in touch? Flick an email to emily.gobourg@austcommunitymedia.com.au
