Update: Missing man, Chillagoe

A 40-year-old man missing for Chillagoe since December 28, 2013 was located safe and well yesterday afternoon.

Around 3.30pm, the missing man flagged down a passing motorist on a dirt track near the Walsh River, and was subsequently taken in to Chillagoe.

Police transported the man to the Chillagoe Hospital for treatment of dehydration and malnourishment.

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