Police in the Illawarra region have launched a public appeal for information to locate two men who are actively evading authorities. Mugshots of both individuals have been released as part of the search effort.
Details of the Wanted Men
Shaun Thomas, aged 43, is wanted by police in relation to domestic violence matters. He is known to frequent the suburbs of Berkeley and Nowra, as well as surrounding areas. Officers are urging anyone who may have seen him or knows of his current whereabouts to come forward immediately.
The second man being sought is Caleb Long, aged 26. While Wollongong Police District officers are conducting a warrant blitz for the alleged offender, the specific nature of the crimes he is accused of has not been publicly disclosed. Police confirmed that extensive inquiries into his location have so far been unsuccessful.
Physical Descriptions and Known Haunts
Caleb Long is described as Caucasian with a fair complexion and a thin build. He stands between 190 and 200 centimetres tall and has brown hair and brown eyes. Authorities have stated he is known to frequent the Bellambi area.
The release of these images and details underscores the police's reliance on community assistance. "Officers from Wollongong Police District have conducted numerous inquiries into his whereabouts but have been unable to locate him," a police statement said regarding Long.
Community Asked to Assist
Illawarra police are encouraging all residents, particularly those in the Bellambi, Berkeley, and Nowra vicinities, to remain vigilant. They stress that members of the public should not approach either man but should instead contact local police or Crime Stoppers with any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem.
The simultaneous search for two separate individuals highlights ongoing police operations in the region aimed at locating persons of interest. The public's role in providing tips and information is considered crucial to the success of these endeavours.
