Police in the Monaro region have launched a public appeal for information to locate a 30-year-old man who has been reported missing from a rural area near the Australian Capital Territory border.
Urgent Search Underway
Robert "Robbie" Dover was last seen in the locality of Wamboin, approximately 20 kilometres north of Queanbeyan, at around 9:30 am on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Authorities from the Monaro Police District are leading the search and are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.
A spokesperson for New South Wales Police confirmed that the missing man is familiar with the Wamboin area and may have been frequenting it recently. When he was last sighted, Dover was described as wearing a black shirt and blue shorts.
Community Asked to Assist
Investigators are urging anyone who may have seen Robbie Dover since Wednesday morning, or who has any information regarding his current whereabouts, to come forward immediately. The public can play a crucial role in helping police locate him safely.
"Anyone with information is urged to contact the Monaro Police District or Crime Stoppers," the police spokesperson stated. This appeal extends to residents in the surrounding regions of the ACT and southern NSW, given the proximity of Wamboin to the territory border.
How to Report Information
Police have provided two primary contact points for the public:
- Monaro Police District can be reached directly on 02 6298 0599.
- Anonymous reports can be made to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
All information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could be vital to the investigation. The search continues as police work to trace Dover's movements and ensure his safe return.
