Northern detectives and forensic officers are today examining a Newnham address as the search for missing Mowbray man Bradley Breward, 22, continues.

Police continue to hold grave concerns for the welfare and safety of Mr Breward, who was last seen by friends after celebrating New Year’s Eve in the Launceston CBD and Newnham.

Detective Inspector John King said that a team of police officers from Forensic Science Services Tasmania, Launceston CIB and Forensics Services are carrying out a number of examinations at the Parklands Parade residence.

Mr Breward is described as 176cm, blonde hair, blue eyes with a fair complexion. He was last seen wearing a grey collared shirt, dark shorts, casual shoes and a black and red cap.

Anyone with information that may assist police to locate Mr Breward is urged to anonymously call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Launceston CIB on 131444.