Powell River RCMP is requesting the public's assistance with locating a missing Powell River resident. Shawn Ian Gentry was last seen on Sunday, June 29 at 2:00 pm as he left on foot from a family member's residence near Eagle River, in the Stillwater area.
Powell River Search and Rescue have been conducting an extensive ground search in the area since Gentry was reported missing to police on Monday, June 30 at 9:00 pm. The search continued throughout the night until 4:00 am on July 1. After a brief rest period, the search resumed at 8:00 am with a search and rescue team arriving from Vancouver Island. Police air services and police dog service also attended immediately to assist with the ground and air search.
Genrty is described as: caucasian male, 45 years old, 6 feet tall, 180 lbs, dark hair, dark facial hair, was last seen wearing a dark colored long sleeve shirt and blue jeans.
Anyone with information can contact Powell River RCMP at 604-485-6255.
