UPDATE: Police locate 51-year-old missing man deceased

UPDATE 1:18 P.M :

A 51-year-old man who was reported missing by family in Brampton on Aug. 4 has been found deceased.  The North Bay Police Service says earlier in day on Wednesday, city and OPP officers conducted a search in the area of Thibeault Hill in search of the man. Foul play is not suspected.

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The North Bay Police Service is advising the public not to be concerned if they see an increased police presence in the Thibeault Hill area.  

Officials say city and provincial police will be searching for Marcus, a 51-year-old man reported missing by family in Brampton earlier this month.  

His vehicle was found in the Algonquin Avenue parking lot of Giant Tiger on July 30 and he was seen heading in the direction of Taco Bell that morning.

Police will be searching in the area of Highway 11 North, Airport Road, and McKeown Avenue.  

Anyone with information concerning Marcus’s whereabouts is asked to contact the North Bay Police Service at 705-497-5555 and press 5 to speak with an officer. If you wish to remain anonymous contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.nearnorthcrimestoppers.com 

Richard Coffin
Richard Coffinhttps://www.mynorthbaynow.com/
Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years.  From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a variety of topics including healthcare, education, politics, sports and more. 

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