Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate the missing man Hayden.

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Hayden.

The 40-year-old was last seen in the vicinity of Lakeside Drive in Chesney Vale, on the evening of Thursday, September 7.

The police and his family have concerns for his welfare due to medical conditions.

Hayden is 184cm tall and has short, dark hair.

He was last seen barefoot and wearing dark clothing.

Hayden is known to frequent the Lake Mokoan Caravan Park and Winton Wetlands, Chesney Vale.

Police are urging the local community to keep an eye out for Hayden, particularly those who have outbuildings and sheds on farming properties.

Investigators have released an image of Hayden in the hope that someone can provide information on his current whereabouts.

Anyone who sights Hayden or has information on his whereabouts is urged to contact Benalla Police Station on 5760 0200.

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