R U OK? is a movement to help remind  us all  to connect with one another in a meaningful way and to commit to checking in with the people in our lives who might be struggling. Simply asking someone "Are you Okay?" and taking time for them can make a world of a difference. A simple conversation can change a life. To support this movement in Canada you can buy a tshirt and wear it proudly!
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Nanaimo RCMP are searching for 40-year-old Marlon Orozco-Castillo
Our Sincere Prayer are with Marlo's Family
B.C. Coroners Service identifies remains found near Rosstown Road
Nanaimo BC
2016-07-29 08:29 PDT - File # 2016-14022
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The BC Coroners Service has made a positive identification of the human remains found on July 4th near Bowen Road.
The remains have been identified as 40 year Marlon Orozco-Castillo of Nanaimo reported missing from Nanaimo in May of this year. Orozco-Castillo's family and next of kin have been notified. The resulting investigation found no evidence of foul play and the death continues to be investigated by the BC Coroners Service.

Very Sadly Oscar was Found Deceased - Our Sincere Prayers are with his Family
Castlegar BC
2016-07-05 12:16 PDT - File # 2016-2117
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The Castlegar RCMP has confirmed that 44 year old Oscar BOT of Castlegar, who was reported missing on June 29, 2016, has been located deceased.
On July 4, 2016 the Castlegar RCMP located the body of Mr Oscar Bot in a heavily wooded area, West of Castlegar. The Castlegar RCMP was assisted by the Castlegar Search and Rescue team in conducting an extensive search of several locations in the Castlegar area during the course of this matter. The Castlegar RCMP has completed its investigation and has confirmed that foul play was not a contributing factor in Mr. Bots’ death. The Castlegar RCMP has advised next of kin.
The Castlegar RCMP will continue to assist the BC Coroners Services with their investigation. The Castlegar RCMP are once again appreciative of our local SAR volunteers and their assistance with this matter. No further details are being released with respect to this investigation.

Very Sad News - Our Sincere Prayers are with Her Family
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Half-brother of Rachel Pernosky charged in her 2013 killing
IHIT File: 2013-762 - Mission File: 2013-2681
Also see Global BC News
On March 16, 2013 a Missing Person’s investigation was opened by Mission RCMP after 18 year old Rachel Pernosky could not be located by family and friends. Her disappearance was out of character and caused great concern for her family.
On March 19, three days after she was last seen alive, Rachel’s body was located in a rural location in Chilliwack. It was clear that Rachel had met with foul play and IHIT assumed conduct of what was now, a homicide investigation.
The randomness of her murder shocked the community of Mission and beyond and public safety was paramount for all investigative agencies involved but it was quickly determined that this incident was not random and a suspect was identified in the early stages.
On June 23, 2016 there was sufficient evidence to support homicide related charges against Rachel’s half-brother and on June 24th he was arrested without incident.
Investigators have been working closely with Crown Counsel and have secured charge approval against 31 year old Matthew Joseph Pernosky for the second degree murder of Rachel Pernosky, as well as a second charge of indignity to a body by having sexual contact with and disposing of the body.
“This is a tragic case that has left a family with many unanswered questions. From the onset, IHIT and Mission RCMP have worked collaboratively to follow the evidence and secure the charges you see today. It has been three solid years of drive and commitment from all of the investigators involved,” says S/Sgt. Jennifer Pound.
While there will be many questions regarding the motive, investigative details and details surrounding the specific charges, the integrity of this investigation must be protected and the court process will be honoured.

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IHIT Investigating a Suspicious Death After Body of Missing Person Recovered
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO JASTINDER'S FAMILY
IHIT File: 2016-985
North Vancouver BC File: 2016-13216
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IHIT Investigating a Suspicious Death After Body of Missing Person Recovered
Background: On May 26, 2016, North Vancouver RCMP requested the public’s assistance to locate 34 year old Jastinder ATHWAL as he had not been seen by friends and family since May 19th. A Missing Person Investigation was opened.
On May 29, 2016, just before 9:00 am, North Vancouver RCMP, along with the North Vancouver District Fire Department responded to a call of a deceased male located in Lynn Creek. The Coroner also attended the scene.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has conduct and is working in partnership with the North Vancouver RCMP as the cause of death remains unknown and the potential of a homicide cannot be ruled out at this time. An autopsy is required to determine the cause of death and confirm whether or not foul play is a factor.
The identity of the victim has been confirmed to be 34 year old Jastinder ATHWAL. The next-of-kin notification has been completed.
Thank you to the public who remained vigilant and supported the Missing Person Investigation by bringing information forward to the police.
IHIT is asking for anyone that has information about, or was in the company of, Jastinder ATHWAL following his disappearance on May 19, 2016 to contact the IHIT Tipline at 1-877-551-4448, or, if you wish to remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers.
There will be no further information released until the completion of the autopsy which is scheduled to occur in the coming days.
Released by: S/Sgt. J. Pound

Washington police find remains of former B.C. resident and her husband - see CBC News

Very Sad News and Our Prayers are with Robert's family
Body of missing man found
West Shore
2016-05-18 15:27 PDT
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The body of a man missing since May 16th was found on May 18th, 2016. The cause of death is not considered suspicious at this time. The BC Coroners Service is involved in the investigation.
West Shore RCMP would like to thank those that assisted with the investigation.
Missing person to locate: Robert KIDD
West Shore BC
2016-05-18 08:27 PDT - File # 2016-6682

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Update: Missing Colleen Smith Rock Creek area woman’s vehicle located in Kelowna
2016-05-06 14:38 PDT - File # 2016-366

The vehicle belonging to Rock Creek BC resident Colleen Smith has been located in Kelowna.
Midway RCMP continue to look for Colleen Smith who was originally reported missing in early February when she failed to show up for work.
On Tuesday May 3, 2016, the Kelowna RCMP located Smith’s blue 2005 four-door

Chevrolet Cobalt in a Kelowna retail business parking lot. An examination of the vehicle failed to uncover any evidence about her current whereabouts. The vehicle did appear to have been parked at the location for a period of time and was found locked and to be in good running order with no damage.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Colleen Smith is urged to contact their local police, the Midway RCMP (250-449-2244) or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
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The Midway (BC) RCMP is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing Rock Creek resident.
File # 2016-366 - 2016-02-22 11:36 PST
Colleen Sylvia Smith was last seen February 9th, 2016 at 9:30 AM.
Colleen Smith is described as: Caucasian female, •50 years old •5 ft 5 in (165 cm) •145 lbs (66 kg) •blonde hair •blue eyes •wears glasses
Colleen Smith owns a blue 2005 Four-door Chevrolet Cobalt with BC license plate 914WFB, and is believed to be driving this vehicle.
Colleen was reported missing after not showing up for work and has not been in contact with her friends or family since February 9th.
Police are very concerned for Colleen Smith's health and well-being and friends and family report that it is out of character for her to be out of contact for this long.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Colleen Smith is urged to contact their local police, the Midway RCMP (250-449-2244) or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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A Very Sad Ending - Our Prayers are with Marc's Family
Missing Person Investigation Turns to Recovery Operation Port Hardy, Port Alice
2016-04-05 11:06 PDT - File # 2016-92
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On April 4th, 2016 just after 2PM, Port Alice and Port Hardy RCMP were dispatched to a remote logging road, approximately 1.5 hours outside of Port Alice, for a report of vehicle down a steep embankment.
The steep decline and terrain made it impossible for investigators to get to the vehicle, and ascertain whether there was anyone inside. After several hours, and with the assistance of the Campbell River Search and Rescue, and using machinery volunteered by the LeMare Logging Company, responders were able to extract the vehicle up the hill to the roadway.
Late last evening, Port Alice RCMP confirmed, the vehicle was that of Marc Regimbal, the 62 year old male, reported missing from Port Alice. His body was located inside.
The investigation into this fatal motor vehicle collision is ongoing, in partnership with a traffic collision analyst, from North Island Traffic Services, as well as the BC Coroners Service. An autopsy is expected later this week, to assist in determining cause of death.
Staff Sergeant Gord Brownridge states, “I would like to extend my personal gratitude to the employees and owner at LeMare Logging Company and the Campbell River SAR. We would not have been able to extricate the vehicle, and subsequently locate the missing person, had it not been for the LeMare Logging, providing equipment, and voluntarily shutting down operations which were instrumental in the recovery, and the Campbell River SAR with their expertise in complex operations, such as these.

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After four days of searching there’s still no sign of missing senior - Jim Roberts - from Bowser - North of Qualicum Beach
Posted By: Kendall Hansonon: February 07, 2016In: News

Family mobilizes to continue search for missing Bowser man, 81
Oceanside BC
2016-02-04 17:36 PST

A relentless search by family for an 81-year-old Bowser man with dementia who has been missing more than two weeks continues this weekend.
Corinne Redgate, daughter of the missing man James Roberts, said family members from throughout B.C. and Ottawa have returned to take part in a grid search planned for Saturday.
As many as 15 volunteers plan to meet at 8 a.m. Saturday on Charlton Drive near Thames Creek.
“We are definitely going to have a full-on search Saturday,” Redgate said. “It’s been a hard go for us, but we’re still saying strong.”
Roberts was last seen at 10:30 a.m. on Feb. 4 outside his mobile home at Vacation Village on Lioness Boulevard in Bowser. His wife of 29 years, Linda Thompson, stepped inside for a moment, “and he was gone,” Redgate said.
Roberts is described as a “very friendly” and active man standing six-foot-two. He has a slender build, short grey hair and green eyes. He has glasses and was wearing blue jeans, a green jacket and a brown and white hat when he went missing.
News that a woman encountered a tall, friendly gentleman in a green jacket on the afternoon of Feb. 4 has buoyed the family’s hopes, Redgate said.
“She encountered him on a trail in the Nile Creek area,” she said. For that reason, this weekend’s search will concentrate on that area.
Volunteers are asked to wear very rugged clothing and footwear given the rough and steep terrain and the possibility of rain.
There are several recreational trails near Roberts’ home, as well as rugged forest and dense brush.
“We are trying to get volunteers and also asking if anyone has hunting/tracking dogs to please contact us to assist with the search,” Redgate said.
More details on the search can be found on a Facebook page called “Finding Jim Roberts”.
About 160 trained searchers combed the Qualicum River area north to Deep Bay for Roberts before concluding their search on Feb. 7. The RCMP are treating the case as an active missing person’s file.
The family asks the public to report any sightings of Roberts to Oceanside RCMP at 250-248-6111.
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The Oceanside RCMP is looking for public’s assistance in locating missing Bowser man, James Roberts.
Oceanside BC
2016-02-04 17:36 PST - File # 2016-973
81 year old James Roberts was last seen on February 4th, leaving his residence in Bowser near the Lighthouse Community Centre at 10:30 a.m. James Roberts suffers from Dementia and left on foot in an unknown direction. He is quite possibly disoriented.
Description of James Roberts: Caucasian, 6 foot 2 tall, slender, short grey hair, green eyes.
Wearing: Blue jeans, green jacket, brown and white hat, and glasses.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of James Roberts is urged to contact the Oceanside RCMP at (250) 248-6111.
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Search and Rescue crews called off their organized search Sunday at noon
For a fourth day search and rescue crews were looking for a missing Bowser man, north of Qualicum Beach.
The 81 year-old, who has dementia, left his home on Thursday morning and hasn’t been seen since, despite extensive efforts.
“We’ve been at it since Thursday afternoon,” said Arrowsmith Search & Rescue Search Manager Joe Kinch. “We were called out at one o’clock in the afternoon. And we’ve actually been on site since two o’clock so Thursday we searched til 11 o’clock at night here through the dark. We also had 442 squadron flying the coastline.”
Crews searched all day Friday and Saturday as well.
It was 10:30 Thursday morning when Jim Roberts left his mobile home in Vacation Village. There are numerous trails and green space nearby but his family says it’s not like him to just walk off and not return.
“This is completely out of character,” says his son Charles Roberts. “Dad has dementia. His memory is getting worse and worse but he hasn’t been known to wander off but that said he’s still physically pretty strong for an 81 year-old and he does enjoy walking and for years he’s enjoyed walking the trails here.”
Jim Brown was last wearing a brown cap and a green jacket. He’s 6’2 and approximately 175 pounds.
Search teams from the Comox Valley, Alberni Valley, Campbell River and Nanaimo have been aiding Arrowsmith Search and Rescue since Friday, for a total of 1400 hours volunteered by trained personnel, not including Sunday.
“We have found virtually no evidence at all of his whereabouts,” says Kinch. “We had heavy heavy rain on Friday. Unfortunately that rain was so heavy it would have washed away any footprints.”
“We would just ask everybody to please look in their out buildings and all around the edges of their property,” says Roberts daughter Colette Semple. “Because it started to rain very hard about an hour after he left. He does not like to be cold. He does not like to be wet and we’re wondering if he sought shelter somewhere.”
His family says Roberts would not be carrying identification and he hasn’t had a driver’s license in several years. They say he’s friendly and he’s never shown signs of depression.
Arrowsmith Search and Rescue called off the search just before noon on Sunday having searched the area extensively.
“Any and all information would be greatly appreciated by the family,” says Roberts daughter Corinne Redgate. “We just want to bring our dad home.”

Tribes makes plea for three missing members
Kevin Rothbauer - Cowichan Valley Citizen
posted Feb 19, 2016 at 8:00 AM

A week after one Cowichan Tribes member went missing, Chief William Seymour is reminding the community of other members whose whereabouts are unknown. Everett Jones, 47, was last seen leaving his home in the Club Road area on the morning of Feb. 10, and Search and Rescue crews spent much of last weekend looking for him, with no success.
Disappearing suddenly like that was out of character for Jones, police said. He is described as having the mental capacity of a 12-year-old, and has short dark hair, glasses and no teeth. He was clean shaven when last seen and is approximately 5-foot-10 and 170 pounds. He was wearing a camouflage jacket and beige pants.

Ian Henry, 26, has been missing since last August, when he left his Tzouhalem Road-area home. There were a few reported sightings within the following days, but nothing was confirmed. Henry was described as about 5-foot-10 and between 160 and 180 pounds. He was last seen wearing a dark shirt and dark shorts.

Desmond Peter was 14 when he went missing almost nine years ago in March 2007. Peter has brown eyes and brown hair, and may go by the names Desmond Louie or Casey Louie.

“Our hearts and prayers are with the families of the missing persons as the search goes on,” Seymour said. “Cowichan Tribes will continue to offer services to the families. Please contact the RCMP or 911 if you have any information or know the whereabouts of any of these community members.
“We would like to thank all of the parties involved in the searches for all of your time, effort and support during this difficult time for the community and the families involved.”
Anyone with information about any of the missing men should call the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at 250-748-5522.
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Missing Person Everett Jones
North Cowichan\Duncan BC
2016-02-12 09:27 PST - File # 2016-1964
47 year old Everett Jones left his home in the Club Road area of Duncan February 10th at approximately 11:00am without indication of where he might be going. His family and friends have been actively looking for him but have not turned up any clues as to where he might be. Mr. Jones is known in the commercial area of Duncan and his usual daily stops have been canvassed. North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP have checked and eliminated Island Hospitals and locations Mr. Jones is known to frequent.
Police are requesting the public's assistance in locating Mr. Jones as he is of diminished mental capacity and at a high risk to lose his way. Cowichan Valley Search and Rescue have been activated and will be hitting the ground in the Duncan area focusing on trails and bushes. This is out of character for Mr. Jones and the recent inclement weather increases the urgency of the search, added Cpl. Krista Hobday.
Mr. Jones is described as: First Nations male, 47 years old, short dark hair, eye glasses, no teeth, clean shaven, approximately 178cm (5'10") 75kg (170lbs), wearing a camouflage jacket and beige trousers
Please contact the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at 250-748-5522 if you have any information regarding Mr. Jones' whereabouts.

Chilliwack RCMP have partnered with Crime Stoppers to create a re-enactment of the night Jo-Anne Maria Pedersen disappeared. This investigation is a top priority of the Chilliwack RCMP Serious Crime Unit, and we are confident that the mystery behind Jo-Anne's disappearance can be solved. We know Jo-Anne was seen by several witnesses with a male in the phone booth outside the Penny Pinchers Store where Jo-Anne was last seen. We believe this individual was trying to help Jo-Anne that night. We also believe he still lives in the Fraser Valley Area of British Columbia and we need to identify him and speek to him to help solve this case. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604-792-4611 or anonymously to Crime Stoppers online at www.chilliwackcrimestoppers.ca or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS.

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Philadelphia teen turns bullying attack caught on camera into anti-bullying message
WARNING: The images may be disturbing to some viewers. Discretion is advised.
Mia Dejesus, 16, was filmed by her alleged bullies as they punched and hit her in their school bathroom. Dejesus is sharing the video in hopes that her anti-bullying message will be heard.
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