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Norman Wells RCMP seek public’s help finding missing man

Meaghan Richens
By Meaghan Richens

Norman Wells RCMP are seeking the public’s help to find 20-year-old Darren Whiteman after he was reported missing yesterday.

Whiteman is described as Indigenous, 5’9” tall, 120 lbs, slender build with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen by family members  at a cabin on Lennie Lake around 11:00 p.m. Tuesday evening.

A ground, water and air search has been initiated in the area. However, RCMP advise that Darren may be anywhere in the vicinity.

Norman Wells RCMP, Norman Wells Ground Search and Rescue Unit, local helicopter services (Sahtu Helicopters) and community volunteers, including family, are assisting with the search.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Darren Whiteman is asked to please contact Norman Wells RCMP at 867-587-1111. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can also call Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS, visit online at nwtnutips.com, (click on “submit a web tip”) or text: nwtnutips to 274637.

Meaghan Richens
Meaghan Richens
News reporter. Got news tips? Email me at [email protected] or hit me up on Twitter https://twitter.com/MeaghanRichens?lang=en

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