Donald Paschke from Carberry was reported missing to RCMP on April 12, and has since been located deceased.
Investigation continues awaiting word from the autopsy.
RCMP express their thoughts toward the his family, friends, and community during this time of hardship.
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Blue Hills RCMP are urgently seeking the public’s help to locate Donald Paschke, a 78-year-old man reported missing from his home on Main Street in Carberry.
Paschke was last seen by a neighbor on April 10 at abut 3:30 p.m. Police were alerted to his disappearance on April 12 after he could not be located. Despite extensive ground searches and patrols in the area, officers have not found any trace of him.
Paschke is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall with blue eyes and short white-grey hair. RCMP expressed serious concerns for his safety, noting his age and the time he has been missing.
Authorities are urging residents in Carberry and surrounding areas to thoroughly check their properties, including yards, sheds, garages, and other outbuildings, for any sign of Paschke.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Carberry RCMP directly at 204-834-2905. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
The investigation is continuing, with RCMP continuing to follow all leads.