Police are appealing for public assistance to locate 59-year-old missing man Peter Regan from Nowra on the NSW South Coast.

Peter was last seen leaving a medical centre in Kalandar Street, Nowra, about 1pm on Friday 12 January 2024.

When Peter didn’t attend a follow-up medical appointment, officers attached to South Coast Police District were notified on Monday 15 January, and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family hold serious concerns for his welfare.

Peter is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 170cm to 175cm tall, of thin build, brown/blonde hair and blue eyes. It was not known what he was wearing at the time.

Peter is encouraged to contact his family or police, to let them know he is okay.

Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to call Nowra Police Station (02) 4421 9699 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.