Nanaimo RCMP are currently looking for a 75-year-old man that walked away from a residence on Manhattan Way in north Nanaimo.
Wayne Strilesky from Parksville is described as 5’8″, 155 lbs., with sandy hair and a moustache.
He was last seen wearing a red jacket, dark blue jeans, a black Canada hat with a maple leaf on it, and white runners.
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Mr. Strilesky went into a forested area near the house he was visiting, and did not come back.
He suffers from severe dementia, and is hard of hearing. As a result, he may be disoriented or hard to understand. He has other medical conditions, and his family is very concerned for his wellbeing.
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Search and Rescue and Police Dog Services are assisting with the search.
Nanaimo RCMP are asking anyone in the area to watch for Wayne Strilesky, and to immediately call 9-1-1 if you see him. You can also contact the Nanaimo RCMP at 250-754-2345.
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