Former Tumbler Ridge resident James Wood was last seen November 8, 2021 at 1:45 p.m. leaving his residence on foot in the 2000 block of Peters Road in West Kelowna.
“The day James went missing, he was not suitably dressed for the elements and the weather has turned colder,” said Cpl. Tammy Lobb. “We ask residents living in the 2000 block Peters Road area to check their properties, sheds and outbuildings in the event James found shelter”.
Since James went missing, an extensive search has been conducted by Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR) and the West Kelowna RCMP. A ground search of area surrounding James’ residence was completed as well as dog teams assisted in searching parks and wilderness areas James is known to frequent. A RCMP Air Services helicopter, as well as COSAR air assets also assisted with the aerial search. COSAR has stood down active searching for the time being pending further information to continue the search.
James has medical needs and he requires medication. “James’ family, search and rescue and the RCMP are concerned for his health and well-being and we are asking the public to be vigilant in looking for James,” said Staff Sargent Duncan Dixon of the West Kelowna RCMP.
Since James went missing, the Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR) and West Kelowna RCMP have launched an extensive search. A ground search of area surrounding James’ residence was done, and dog teams assisted in searching parks and wilderness areas James is known to frequent.
An aerial search was performed by RCMP Air Services helicopter, as well as COSAR air assets. However, with no leads, COSAR is no longer active searching, pending further information to continue the search.
James is a 27 year old Caucasian male. He is 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) tall and weighs 126 lbs (57 kg). He has brown hair, green eyes, and was last seen wearing blue plaid pyjama pants and a button up t-shirt.
Trent is the publisher of Tumbler RidgeLines.
