LOCATED: Missing man, Cairns

UPDATE 31/10/2016 – The man was located safe and well yesterday (October 30) in the Cairns CBD area. The media and public are thanked for their assistance.

Original media release has been amended to remove identifying details:

Police are seeking public assistance to help locate a 46-year-old man reported missing from the Cairns area.

The man was last seen in Cherbourg on January 17 after telling family that he was travelling to Cairns.

Police and family hold concerns for his welfare as he has not made contact with friends or family since.

He is described as Aboriginal in appearance, approximately 175 cm tall with a slim build, black hair and brown eyes.

Police believe he may be frequenting the Cairns Central and Kowanyama areas.

Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact local police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.