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Police appealing for public assistance to find a man missing from Griffith area

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Kimberly Grabham

18 October 2024, 10:00 PM

Police appealing for public assistance to find a man missing from Griffith area

Police are appealing for public assistance to find a man reported missing from the Griffith area.

Israel Metcalfe, aged 22, was last seen travelling on Tabbita Road, Carrathool, Tuesday October 15, during the evening.


When Israel could not be contacted or located, he was reported missing to officers attached to Riverina Police District who commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police and family have concerns for Israel’s welfare due to him acting out of character.


Israel is described as being of African appearance with a medium build, about 178cm tall, with black short hair, unshaven face, and brown eyes.

He was last seen wearing an orange high visibility work top, blue pants and work boots.


Israel was last seen driving in a white 2006 Toyota Hilux dual cab utility with a steal tray and a black bull bar and the NSW registration FJS15P.

Israel is known to frequent the Griffith area.


Anyone who may have seen or who have information about Israel’s whereabouts are urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.



Pictured is Israel Israel Metcalfe, aged 22, was last seen travelling on Tabbita Road, Carrathool, Tuesday October 15. Image: NSW Police.


Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.

Information is treated in strict confidence.

The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.


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