June 24, 2023
Police are appealing for public assistance to find two women who have gone missing near Nanango.
Michelle Lyn Melbourne, 54, and Nikita May Bennett, 36, were last seen leaving an address on Nanango-Tarong Road around 11:00am on Friday (June 23).
Investigations suggest the pair left to go prospecting at 7 Mile Diggings on Old Esk North Road at Nanango.
They were reported missing after they failed to return home last night.
Police and family hold concerns for their welfare due to the difficult terrain and the discovery of personal items, believed to belong to the pair, located in the area.
The women’s vehicle, a white Ford Falcon utility was located at 7 Mile Diggings locked and secure with mobile phones inside.
A search and rescue began in the area on Saturday morning, with SES assisting.
Michelle is described as Aboriginal, about 155cm tall, with a heavy build, brown eyes and long brown hair.
She was last seen wearing a yellow jumper, blue jeans and steelcap boots.
Nikita is described as Caucasian, about 165cm tall, with proportionate build, brown eyes and blonde hair with pink and purple streaks.
She was last seen wearing a checked shirt and blue jeans.
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of either of the women, is urged to contact to police.
