Kamloops RCMP have confirmed that the body found in a pond near the Domtar pulp mill on March 7 is that of Williams Lake man David Jeff. He was reported missing on July 31, 2017, while Williams Lake was under an evacuation order due to wildfires threatening the city. When Jeff, 67, went missing, police conducted an extensive investigation. Belleau said the family is preparing a memorial service for Jeff and also a cleansing ceremony at the site where his body was found. The investigation is still ongoing and Kamloops RCMP are asking anyone with information about Jeff's activities prior to his death to contact them at 250-828-3000.

Source: CBC News March 13, 2018 22:07 UTC