Missing 80-year old Benjamin Archie reported found safe by Princeton RCMP

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Missing 80-year old, Benjamin Archie

UPDATED: 3:33 p.m.

The RCMP have confirmed that the 80-year-old male reported missing has been located, and he is safe and sound.

ORIGINAL: June 10

The Princeton RCMP are asking the public for assistance in locating a man who was last seen in their area.

Benjamin Archie walked away from his residence in Chilliwack and was last seen in Princeton on June 2.

Archie is Indigenous, 80 years-old and may be suffering from memory issues.

RCMP says he is known to hitchhike and was last seen wearing a red and black plaid jacket, jeans, a hat and was pulling a rolling backpack.

“Police are concerned for his well being,” said Sgt. Jason Bayda.

If you have seen Archie or know of his whereabouts please contact the Princeton RCMP at 250-295-6911.