UPDATE 1:00 p.m.
The 54-year-old Nelson man who was reported missing earlier today has been located.
Nakusp RCMP say the man is safe and sound.
Police are thanking the media and public for their assistance.
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RCMP in Nakusp is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing Nelson resident, Rodney Hawkins, whose vehicle was discovered abandoned in the line up to the Upper Arrow Lake Ferry at the Galena Bay ferry terminal.
RCMP was contacted by ferry terminal staff Tuesday night (Sept. 15), reporting a white 2018 GMC Sierra pickup truck had been abandoned in the ferry terminal line up.
Police are appealing to any other ferry users who may have noticed this vehicle or its occupant to come forward with their information. The GMC quad-cab pickup truck, which had a black Yakima bike pad over the rear tailgate, was the fourth vehicle in the lineup, in the left hand lane and investigators believe that the vehicle entered the ferry lineup at approximately 6 p.m.
RCMP is now searching for the vehicle’s registered owner, 54-year-old Rodney Hawkins, who is considered a missing person at this time. There is nothing to indicate foul play at this time, however police and Rodney’s family are very concerned for his health and well-being.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Rodney Hawkins, or has any dash camera footage that may be of interest to investigators is urged to contact their local police, or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
