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Craigieburn man’s disappearance ‘suspicious’

Police are appealing for information about the disappearance of 43-year-old Craigieburn man, Adrian Romeo, which is being treated as suspicious.

Police said Mr Romeo was last seen by his family about 5.30pm on Saturday, February 10, at his Dempster Drive address. He told his parents he was going to a property in Greenvale.

He has not contacted any family or friends since.

Mr Romeo’s family reported him missing on Monday, February 12.

His gold 2004 Toyota Camry sedan has not been seen since leaving his home and his phone and bank cards have not been used, according to police.

Homicide squad Detective Inspector Dean Thomas said it was especially worrying that police have been unable to find Mr Romeo’s car.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who may know the current whereabouts of that vehicle,” he said.

“There is the potential that it has been dumped somewhere, stolen or sold and we’re keen to speak to anyone who may have seen the gold Toyota Camry. It may potentially be sitting in a street somewhere so I urge people to keep a look out for it.

“[Mr Romeo appeared to be much loved by everyone who knew him and had a close circle of friends he had known for some years.”

“Sadly, at this time we do believe [Mr Romeo] has likely met with foul play.”

Police have release images of Mr Romeo and his vehicle in the hope someone can provide information.

Inspector Thomas remains confident that people out there know what happened to him.

“We are hopeful that today’s appeal leads to more people coming forward. Any information provided to detectives will be followed up thoroughly in the hope we can provide some answers for Adrian’s family,” he said.

Anyone with any other information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestoppersvic.com.au

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