Update, 9:08 a.m., Thursday, July 14:
The Prince George RCMP confirm the 72-year-old man reported missing yesterday (Wednesday) has been located and is safe.
Original Story:
Police in Prince George would like the public’s help in locating 72-year-old Mario Carmelo Fata.
He was last seen by family on Friday (July 8) and has not been seen or heard from since.
Fata is described as:
- Caucasian male
- 170 cm (5’7)
- 80 kg (177 lb)
- Hazel eyes
- White hair
- May be wearing blue pants, black shoes, and a coat
- Walks with a cane
- Drives a black, 1997 Ford F150 with a canopy, B.C. license plate AX5848
Mario was last seen at his home in the Upper Fraser Area.
He lives alone and does not have a cell phone. His vehicle has not been seen at this residence for several days and has not been sighted at his regular shopping locations.
“Investigators are very concerned for Mario’s well-being. He walks with a slightly stooped posture and a limp. He likes to collect fiddleheads in the area he lives, though he has not been sighted at his regular locations. Police are requesting help from the public in keeping an eye out for Mario Carmelo Fata and asking them to call the non-emergency line at 250-561-3300 if anyone sees him or his vehicle, stated Cpl. Jennifer Cooper”
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