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Missing Prince George youth located

Jan 20, 2022 | 10:23 AM

UPDATE 3:08 PM:

PRINCE GEORGE- The child has been located

10:18 AM:

Local police are asking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 14-year-old boy. Melvin Henyu-Rinsma has not been seen since Monday morning when he was at school, and he hasn’t attended since.

He is described as:

  • Indigenous male
  • 168 cm (5’6)
  • 68 kg (150 lb)
  • Brown eyes
  • Brown hair
  • Unknown clothing description

“Family and friends report that it is unusual for Melvin to not attend school and not to come home for such an extended period. Police are concerned for Melvin’s well-being and are asking the public to keep an eye out for someone matching his description,” stated Corporal Jennifer Cooper, media spokesperson for the Prince George RCMP.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is being asked to contact the Prince George RCMP at (250)561-3300 to speak with an investigator. Callers should quote file number 2022-2096.