A young gay man who vanished after partying at one of Sydney's trendiest inner-city dance clubs three weeks ago is feared murdered. Matt Leveson Matt Leveson, 20, has not been seen since walking out of gay nightclub ARQ in Taylor Square, early on Sunday, 23 September. The wildlife welfare officer, a regular at the club, was thought to be going home to Cronulla. His family reported him missing when he failed to show for work the following Tuesday. He had also stopped answering his phone. Two days later, Leveson's green 1999 Corolla hatchback was found dumped outside a public toilet at Waratah Park Reserve, Sutherland. Police said evidence suggested he did not park it there. They believe he "met with foul play". Miranda Local Area Command Crime Manager Adam Barwick said police were appealing to anyone who might have seen the vehicle or noticed anyone near or with it on 27 September to come forward. Leveson's older brother, Pete, said his family was unable to speak publicly, but was satisfied police were doing everything possible. Close mate Steve Lowe, 23, said friends were struggling to come to terms with his disappearance. "I've heard the stories about him being murdered, but I can't believe the police have got it right," he said. "I just can't think of anyone who would want to take Matt's life." Leveson is of European appearance, of thin to athletic build and with bleached blond hair. He was last seen wearing light brown cargo shorts, a black singlet and white leather shoes. Ref: Sydney Morning Herald (m)
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First published: Tuesday, 16th October 2007 - 10:39am