Police say they're requesting further assistance from the public for any information related to the disappearance of Cole Hosack. He was last seen in the area of the Lonestar Bar in Dawson Creek, at approximately 12:20 am on Jan. 1.
The Dawson Creek RCMP are specifically requesting residents of the areas to check any outdoor areas on their properties, including sheds and under decks due to inclement weather, notes a press release. Video surveillance is also sought from the area of Highway 49, from 8th Street and Alaska Avenue, heading eastbound to Spirit River.
Hosack is not from Dawson Creek and was supposed to leave for Medicine Hat, Alberta, on Jan. 5 for new employment but never arrived.
A fundraiser to aid the family of Hosack has also been started by a friend of Cole's mother, Julie Hosack, on her behalf, with the funds to provide ongoing care for Cole's toddler and assisting in covering the various costs associated with search efforts.
"The community, family, and friends have tirelessly contributed to an on-foot search efforts in hopes of finding Cole and bringing him back home," wrote family friend and GoFundMe organizer Alexandra Lopez.
"Julie and her family are deeply grateful for any contribution you can make, whether it's through a donation, sharing this campaign, or offering words of encouragement. Every act of support brings them one step closer to finding Cole and providing the necessary care for his toddler," she added.
Dawson Creek RCMP and North District GIS say they're actively investigating and are requesting anyone with information related to the disappearance of Cole to contact the Dawson Creek detachment at 250-784-3700.
Hosack is described as:
- Caucasian male
- 24 years
- 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
- 150 lbs (68 kg)
- Brown hair
- Brown eyes
He was last seen wearing:
- Dark green pants
- Green coloured t-shirt
- Black hat with a Boston Red Sox
B
symbol.
