Image: Ridge Meadows RCMP / Rescue crews are searching for missing 16-year-old Esther Wang, who was separated from her hiking group at Golden Ears Park on Tuesday, June 27.
Missing teenager at Golden Ears Park

Missing teenager at Golden Ears Park

Jun 28, 2023 | 5:18 PM

MAPLE RIDGE — Ridge Meadows RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old female, Esther Wang.

On Tuesday, June 27, at approximately 9 a.m., a group of four people went on a hike in Golden Ears Park as part of a youth activity, according to Ridge Meadows RCMP. The group hiked the East Canyon Trail to Steve’s Lookout. The group left the lookout at approximately 2:45 pm to head back to their campground.

About 15 minutes from the viewpoint on the return to their campsite, the group leader became aware that 16-year-old Esther Wang had been separated from the group.

The group returned to the top of the viewpoint in an attempt to locate Esther, however, the attempts to locate her were unsuccessful. The leader headed to the entrance of the trail to have a Park Ranger report to Police.

Ridge Meadows Search and Rescue was called out and has been searching through the night. A police drone has been deployed to assist with search efforts. Esther is carrying a cell phone, however, due to the remote area and lack of cell reception the pings have been negative.

Esther Wang is described as the following:

  • 16-year-old Asian female
  • 5’3 with a slim build
  • Long black hair
  • Wearing black leggings, black jacket, navy blue baseball hat
  • Carrying a blue, red and white backpack

The group was prepared for their hike and Esther was carrying water and had food.

If you were out hiking in the area or have any information about Esther that could assist with search efforts, please contact the Ridge Meadows RCMP at 604-463-6251.