Emergency services search for missing Benalla man

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

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

He was last seen barefoot and wearing dark clothing.

Emergency services are currently searching the Chesney Vale area.

Police, Search and Rescue, Water Police, Mounted Branch, Special Solo Unit, Air Wing, Specialist Ambulance Victoria personnel, SES, CFA and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action are involved in the search.

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 whereabouts.

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