Police desperately appeal for help to find man missing since NYE

Police are seeking public assistance to help locate a 62-year-old man reported missing from the Townsville area since New Years Eve.

Laurence Sim was was last seen on December 31, 2014 at a residence on the Flinders Highway, Roseneath.

Police hold concerns for his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition and has not made contact with friends or family.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, around 170cms tall, of a proportionate build and has short grey hair.

Anyone with information in relation to the current whereabouts of the man is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 00.