Crime scene established in Paddington following disappearance

Police will appeal for information as they investigate the suspicious disappearance of two men from Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

Possessions belonging to Jesse Baird, 26, and Luke Davies, 29, were found just after 11am yesterday (Wednesday 21 February 2024), in a skip bin on Wilbar Avenue, Cronulla.

Following inquiries, officers attached to Eastern Suburbs Police Area Command attended Jesse’s home at Brown Street, Paddington, about 1pm yesterday (Wednesday 21 February 2024).

After entering the property, officers immediately established a crime scene.

Police then attended Luke’s home in Waterloo, but he has not been located. Their disappearances are being treated as suspicious.

Information indicates they were in Paddington on Monday (19 February 2024). Luke has not been seen since, his family have been unable to contact him and he has not been at work.

Luke is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 170cm to 175cm tall with a medium build, brown hair and brown eyes. It’s not known what he was wearing at the time.

Jesse is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 180cm to 185cm tall with a muscular build, brown hair and brown eyes. It’s not known what he was wearing at the time.

Police are appealing for anyone with information about their whereabouts – or who may have information relevant to the investigation – to contact Waverley Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.