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Man missing from Wellington suburb of Rongotai found safe and well

August 27, 2019

A Wellington man missing from Rongotai has been found cold but otherwise well this morning.

Police were concerned after Vincenzo Tesoriero, 69, who suffers from dementia, went missing yesterday.

Police have thanked members of the public for their concern and assistance in finding Mr Tesoriero.

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