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Search underway for man missing near Shannon Falls

Search underway for man missing near Shannon Falls

CTV News16 hours ago
Alex Nguyen, who went missing on July 1, 2025, is shown in this photo from the Squamish RCMP.
Police and rescue crews are asking the public for help as they search for a man who went missing in in Shannon Falls Provincial Park on Canada Day.
Alexander Nguyen, 20, was hiking with his family Tuesday and was last seen on the Sea to Summit Trail in the afternoon, according to authorities.
'Squamish RCMP are working with Squamish Search and Rescue and are combing the area. Although we are not requesting assistance with the ground search, any hikers in the area should be aware of his photo and description,' a news release from Mounties said.
Squamish Search and Rescue said the last ping from the man's cellphone was at 3:30 p.m. on July 1.
Nguyen is described as 5'8' tall, weighing 121 pounds. He has long black hair, tied up in a bun and was wearing grey shorts, a tank top and flip flops when last seen, according to police.
Anyone who sees him is urged to call Squamish RCMP at 604-892-6100.
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