Appeal to locate boy missing from Central Coast

Wednesday, 02 April 2025 10:18:17 PM

Please note: An image of the missing person is available on NSW Police Force social media sites.

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a boy missing from the state’s Central Coast.

Christopher Broderick, aged 13, was last seen in Lake Haven, about 3pm today (Wednesday 2 April 2025).

When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Police hold concerns for Christopher’s welfare due to his age.

He is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 160cm tall, of medium build with brown eyes and black curly hair.

Christopher was last seen a blue and red school shirt and black school shorts.

He is known to frequent the Lake Haven, Gorokan and Toukley areas.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Tuggerah Lakes Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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