RCMP and Parks Canada are searching for a missing hiker last seen in Banff National Park earlier this week.
Chad Singer, 42, of Radium, B.C., was reported overdue after he failed to return from a hike that began near the Aurora Creek trail, east of Radium Hot Springs, B.C., on July 23. He was last seen around 2 p.m. that day in the Marvel Pass area of Banff National Park.
Marvel Pass connects to a network of remote trails stretching toward Marvel Lake, Sunshine Mountain, Banff, and Mount Shark in Kananaskis.
Singer is described as having a fair complexion, standing 5’11” (180 cm), and weighing approximately 190 lbs (86 kg). He has brown hair and green eyes, and was last seen wearing a burgundy sweater, black shorts, and carrying a small black backpack.
Anyone with information on Singer’s whereabouts is asked to contact Banff RCMP at 403-762-2226. Hikers in the area are urged to remain alert and report any possible sightings.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.tipsubmit.com, or via SMS (visit www.crimestoppers.ab.ca for local instructions). Information can also be submitted through the Alberta RCMP mobile app, available on Apple and Google Play.