2LT Local News

BATHURST, Central West, NSW, Australia – A 16-year old Bathurst boy has gone missing and police are seeking public assistance in locating him.

The teenager, Jack Bennett, was last seen leaving a home on a push bike on Loren Street, Eglinton, in Bathurst about 7:30pm on Wednesday night.

Officers from Chifley Police District were notified and conducted a search for Jack, however, have been unable to trace his whereabouts.

The boy’s family and police hold serious concerns for his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition.

Jack is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 183cm, of medium build, with brown hair, and blue eyes.

He was last seen wearing a black cap, white singlet, black shorts with a palm tree, and riding a push bike.

He is known to frequent the Bathurst, Oberon, and Penrith areas.

Anyone who sees Jack or has any information on his whereabouts, is urged to contact police immediately.