Police are appealing for anyone who saw a man near Turret Rd last night to come forward.
In a Facebook post, the police asked for help in finding the man who was involved in a crash about 7pm around Fraser Ave.
Police officers, along with Coastguard and the Tauranga Rescue Helicopter, searched the area last night but were unable to locate him, police said.
“Search and rescue teams have been launched in the area today as the search continues.”
Police are working to ascertain his whereabouts and ensure he is safe.