Richard
HICKS
63
51
68 inches
68 inches
194 lbs
194 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
On a spring day in Petawawa, Ontario, a 69-year-old man named Richard Hicks left his home and seemingly vanished. He was last seen on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, around 12:30 in the afternoon, walking east on Victoria Street. At the time he went missing, he was wearing a blue and white plaid long-sleeved shirt, blue jeans, and black and white sneakers. Described as a white male, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall with a medium build, he has short salt and pepper hair, a trimmed beard, and wears glasses. His disappearance prompted immediate concern from his family and authorities, leading the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to issue a public appeal for assistance in locating him. The initial response to Richard's disappearance was a comprehensive search effort coordinated by the OPP. This involved several specialized units, including the Emergency Response Team (ERT) conducting ground searches, an OPP helicopter providing aerial surveillance, and the Canine Unit attempting to track his path. Authorities urged residents of Petawawa and the surrounding areas to be vigilant, asking them to check their properties, including any outbuildings, sheds, or anywhere a person might seek shelter. The police released photographs of Richard to the media and public, hoping that someone might recognize him and provide a crucial piece of information that could lead to his whereabouts. The community was on alert, sharing his image and information widely in the hopes of a positive outcome. As time stretched on, the search for Richard Hicks continued, with investigators from the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP Crime Unit actively pursuing any leads. The case remains open, and the circumstances surrounding his disappearance are still being investigated. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance that has left a family in distress and a community searching for answers. A 69-year-old man, on an ordinary day in his hometown, went for a walk and has not been seen since. Despite extensive and varied search efforts by provincial police and the concern of the local community, there has been no sign of Richard. His case is a poignant reminder of how quickly a person can vanish, leaving behind a void of information and a great deal of worry for their safety and well-being.
Coat Black, Peacoat, Peacoat; 3/4 in length Hat Black, Bandana, Bandana Pants Black
Jan 24, 2014
Toronto
Ontario
Toronto Police Service-Missing Persons Unit
Ontario
416-808-7411
416-808-7411
Law Enforcement
2014-1404417.D14
Toronto Police Service-Missing Persons Unit
Grey
Build: Heavy; Hair details: Long
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