Chinese man missing in West Auckland

Police

An elderly Chinese man who went missing while on a walk in Auckland two days ago has been found dehydrated, but otherwise well.

Wang Dao, 74, went for a walk in the Green Bay area on Monday morning.

He was found today collapsed on the doorstep by the owner of a Swanson Rd home, apparently after travelling about nine kilometres.

Dao was checked by ambulance staff, and though dehydrated he was otherwise well and did not need to go to hospital, police said.

A police search and rescue team had scoured Wang's two usual walking routes, as well as a number of public areas, parks and streets yesterday.

The police Eagle helicopter was also called in to help.

He was fit and healthy but was not familiar with the area and did not speak English, police said.

Dao had no cellphone or access to money and did not know anyone in the area.

Police have thanked the public for their help in finding him.

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Chinese man missing in West Auckland