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Man, 90, missing from central Wellington found safe and well

May 3, 2019
Peter Varuhas

Peter Varuhas (Source: Supplied)

A 90-year-old man who was reported missing from central Wellington today has been found.

Police have confirmed Peter Varuhas has been "found safe and well".

Mr Varuhas had been last seen around 1pm today on Waring Taylor Street.


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