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Missing woman found alive near Newgate
UPDATE:
On April 16, after receiving a tip from the public, the missing person Barbara Currier was located alive in the South Country area near Newgate and Meadow Creek Forest Service Road.
The reporting witness stayed at that location to ensure her safety. Officers attended and transported Ms. Currier to the Fernie Hospital to be checked on by hospital staff.
She was not injured. Her family was updated, and along with the Elk Valley RCMP, are very appreciative of the public’s assistance in the safe resolution of this concerning event, said S/Sgt. Svend Nielsen, Elk Valley RCMP Detachment commander.
Original story:
Barbara Currier (pictured) was reported missing to Elk Valley RCMP on Monday, April 14 by a concerned family member.
The family indicated that Barbara had left her residence on April 11 at approximately 9 a.m. in Fernie. Barbara left driving her black 2012 Dodge Journey (see above stock photo for reference), saying she would be going to a doctor’s appointment and then returning home. She has not been seen since.
She was wearing jeans, a t-shirt and a loose hoodie. Her wallet and cellphone were left at her residence. Barbara may walk with a limp and be seen to have some type of growth on the underside of an arm that is clearly visible, even under clothing.
Police have spoken with a number of friends, witnesses, hospitals and health authorities and have checked video at a number of locations in the Fernie area in an attempt to locate Barbara or a pathway of travel for her vehicle.
Financial records have been investigated since the file’s outset. This is unusual behaviour for Barbara, and family and police are concerned for her wellbeing. The family has shared some information on social media already about Barbara.
If anyone has information regarding Barbara, the public is asked to contact Elk Valley Regional RCMP at 250-425-6233 to speak with an officer. Please refer to Barbara by name or file number 2025-1024.
A person who wishes to remain anonymous can also provide their information through BC Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Further updates will be shared with the public when available.
Photos submitted by Elk Valley Regional RCMP
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