RCMP say 17-year-old Donald Kuptana of Inuvik has been located as of Saturday evening. (Photo provided by RCMP.)
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Missing Inuvik teenager, 17, located according to RCMP

Gabriela Panza-Beltrandi
By Gabriela Panza-Beltrandi

UPDATE: Inuvik RCMP are thanking the public for their assistance in locating a teenager who went missing Thursday afternoon.

Donald Kuptana, 17, had last been seen around 3:30 p.m. Thursday. At the time police were concerned after being unable to find him despite conducting an ‘extensive’ search.

Kuptana was found Saturday evening according to police, who say they ensured his well-being.

Gabriela Panza-Beltrandi
Gabriela Panza-Beltrandi

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