Missing Porirua man located safe and well by police after earlier fears

Michael was reported missing in the Porirua area this afternoon but has now been found safe and well. Photo / NZ Police

A man earlier reported missing in the Porirua area has been found safe and well.

A statement this afternoon said police and the family of missing man Michael had concerns for his wellbeing.

At approximately noon today, Michael travelled from Wi Neera Drive to Raiha St in a white Mitsubishi Triton.

“He has then got onto a yellow pushbike and was last seen cycling in the direction of Colonial Knob,” police said.

Michael was last seen wearing a dark T-shirt and dark jeans.

Shortly before 7.30pm, Wellington District Police advised Michael had been found.

Police and Michael’s family had concerns for his wellbeing after he went missing. Photo / NZ Police

“Police and Michael’s family have concerns for his wellbeing,” police said earlier.