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Surrey RCMP need public's help in locating missing man Balraj Dhanoa

Darpan News Desk Surrey RCMP, 03 Nov, 2023 10:11 AM

UPDATED STORY:

Surrey RCMP is updating the public that the 60 year old male reported missing on November 2, 2023 has been located deceased. Criminality is not believed to be a factor in the death. Surrey RCMP offers our sincerest condolences to the friends and family of the deceased.

EARLIER STORY:

Surrey RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing male.

On Thursday, Nov 2nd, Balraj Dhanoa was reported missing. He was last seen at approximately 3pm on Thursday in the 14800 block of Fraser Highway, in Surrey.

He has not been seen or heard from since. Dhanoa is described as a 60 year old South Asian male, 5’11” tall, with a medium to heavy build, with black hair and brown eyes.

He was last seen wearing black pants, a grey coat and a dark coloured turban. Police and Family are concerned for his health and well-being.

Anyone with more information is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502

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