Local Mounties release updated photos amid search for Kira Hammerstrom

The Prince George RCMP’s Serious Crime Unit continues to search for Kira Margaret Louise Hammerstrom who was first reported missing on Wednesday (May 13th).

“Investigators worked throughout the weekend to uncover any information that will lead to us locating Kira,” stated Corporal Jennifer Cooper, Media Relations Officer for Prince George RCMP. “We are asking that anyone with information on her whereabouts please contact the Prince Geroge RCMP’s non-emergency line to speak with a police officer.”

Video surveillance obtained by police over the weekend shows what the 23-year-old was wearing in the morning of May 13, though it is believed she changed sometime throughout that day.

Photo supplied by PG RCMP

Investigators are releasing these updated photos to help the public recall any potential sightings of Kira.

In these photos, Kira can be seen wearing a black, short-sleeve t-shirt and grey sweatpants.

She is wearing black flip flops, with one black sock and one red sock. She is carrying a black crossbody bag with a green toy attached to the bag.

Kira’s family and friends are very concerned for her well being.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to contact the detachment or Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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