Bing Wei: Desperate search for man missing near Thredbo as temperatures freeze
A frantic search is underway in freezing conditions near Thredbo for a 61-year-old man who went missing on Saturday.
Police are calling for public assistance to help locate Bing Wei, who was last in contact at around 2:30 pm yesterday.
Mr Wei, who is from the ACT, was reported missing after he failed to return home and could not be reached.
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Police and his family hold grave concerns for his safety due to the harsh weather conditions in the area.
Thredbo endured freezing temperatures on Saturday night of minus 8 degrees, with high winds of 63km/h.
Mr Wei is described as being of Asian appearance, about 172cm tall, with a medium build, black hair, and brown eyes.
Authorities are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact Monaro Police District or Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.
