Police are "very concerned" for a man who left Canberra Hospital ward in the early hours of the morning.
More than 60 police officers and SES volunteers have been searching for Julius Ghuede, 57, since he left the surgical ward at about 1.30am.
Police have released a new image of Mr Ghuede who has been seen at the Garran shops at 8.10am Thursday.
Mr Ghuede, who is also known as Roger, is wearing a black beanie and hoodie, with grey shorts and black shoes. He is believed to be on foot.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, with receding grey hair and a slim build.
ACT Policing, AFP Search and Rescue and the ACT State Emergency Service have searched areas in Garran for Mr Ghuede but he has not yet been located.
Sergeant Nigel Booth said the search efforts would continue until Mr Ghuede is found.
"Police are very concerned for Mr Ghuede's health and safety," Sergeant Booth said.
"Given the Canberra climate it is a worry he is out at night and police would urgently like to locate Mr Ghuede to bring him back for medical attention."
Anyone who may have any information that could assist police in locating Mr Ghuede is urged to contact ACT Policing Operations on 131 444. Please quote reference number P1928595.
