UPDATE: Whistler Search and Rescue member found dead

UPDATE: The Whistler Search and Rescue member who had gone missing in Pemberton has been found dead.
“It is with a very heavy heart that we confirm the passing of Whistler SAR member, Toby Salin. Toby will be remembered for his strong commitment to SAR, his incredible work ethic and dry sense of humour,” the BC SAR said in a Facebook update.
“He will be missed by many. Toby came home to rest in the arms of those who he chose as friends and colleagues. May he rest in peace. Our deepest condolences to the family, friends and teammates of Toby.”

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Pemberton RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating Toby Salin, who has been missing since June 16.

Toby Salin was last seen in Pemberton on June 16 around 9 am.  His truck, a 2021 Black Chevrolet Crewcab, was later located off West Lillooet Lake Road around the In-SHUCK-ch FSR, southeast of Pemberton.

A complete search of the area with Pemberton Search and Rescue, RCMP Air Services, Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team, Pemberton RCMP, Stl’atl’imx Tribal Police, local residents, and RCMP Integrated Police Dog Services was completed but there was no sign of Salin.

His description is below:

Caucasian male
51 years old
5 ft 9 in
200 lbs
blonde short hair
blue eyes

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Toby Salin is urged to contact the Pemberton RCMP at 604-894-6604, their local police, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).