Urgent search for missing NSW boy, 12, last seen catching bus

A search is underway for a missing 12-year-old boy who was last seen getting on a bus.

Nathaniel Bower was last seen getting on a bus at Tweed Centro Shopping Centre in northern NSW on Thursday about 6.15pm (local time).

NSW boy Nathaniel Bower (pictured), 12, was last seen catching a bus from a shopping centre in Tweed Heads.
Nathaniel Bower, 12, was last seen catching a bus from a shopping centre in Tweed Heads. Source: NSW Police

Police officers from the Tweed/Byron Police District were notified of Nathaniel’s disappearance and started their inquiries.

Nathaniel is described as 155cm tall with a slim build and of Caucasian appearance.

He has light brown hair and hazel eyes, and was last seen wearing a black Fila-branded hat, a black T-shirt with white writing and black shorts.

Nathaniel Bower was last seen getting on to a bus at Tweed Centro Shopping Centre (pictured is a Google Maps image) about 6.15pm on Thursday.
Tweed Centro Shopping Centre where Nathaniel was last seen about 6.15pm on Thursday. Source: Google Maps

Police said there were “serious concerns” for Nathaniel’s welfare, given his age and the fact he required regular medication.

Anyone who sees Nathaniel is urged to contact Tweed Heads Police on (07) 5506 9499, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.

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