Police scour bushland near Albury for missing man
Police are urging anyone who sees Daniel Tranchard-Harry not to approach him, but instead to keep their distance and try talking to him about fishing.
Daniel Trenchard-Harry, a 28-year-old man with an intellectual disability, has been missing from his home near Albury since Monday. He was last seen walking away from his residence on Centaur Road at Hamilton Valley without shoes. Police have launched a major search effort involving the police helicopter and officers on horseback, and the operation will continue on Thursday morning.
Mr Trenchard-Harry's family raised the alarm after failing to locate him on Monday night. Police are urging the public to avoid approaching the missing man and instead keep a safe distance, attempting to engage him in conversation about fishing, which he enjoys. NSW Police Acting Inspector Troy Martin emphasized the importance of involving Mr Trenchard-Harry in a fishing discussion to help keep him calm until emergency services arrive.
Police resources, including mounted officers, motorbike riders, bushwalkers, specialist dogs, and a helicopter, are part of the search. The man's parents are understandably distressed and are receiving support from police. Nearby residents are asked to inspect their properties, sheds, cars, and caravans for any signs of Mr Trenchard-Harry.
Written by urgent.news from ABC News AU's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
