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By Mike Vanden Bosch

Missing hiker

Chilliwack RCMP confirm missing hiker found deceased

Aug 26, 2025 | 3:13 PM

CHILLIWACK — A spokesperson for the Chilliwack RCMP detachment has confirmed that a missing hiker in the Chilliwack River Valley backcountry has died.

According to a statement from Chilliwack RCMP spokesperson Sgt. Alexandra Mulvihill, police say a missing hiker in that area was located and confirmed deceased.

“I can confirm that there was a missing hiker in that area who has now been located and confirmed deceased. Search and Rescue was able to recover him and his family have been notified,” Sgt. Mulvihill said.

Police say the man will not be named.

“Out of respect for the family, the deceased name will not be released and no further details will be provided,” Sgt. Mulvihill said.

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The man was last seen around the 1.5-km mark of the hike and was believed to be off trail.