Man who vanished in August confirmed as murder victim found near Mission

A man last seen in Maple Ridge in August has now been confirmed as the victim of murder in Mission.
David Urquhart, 26, was reported missing on Aug. 31.
A hunter then discovered some human remains in the area of Norrish Creek Road, a remote logging road north of Mission.
Sgt. Stephanie Ashton, of the Integrated Homicide Team, said the B.C. Coroner assisting police in deterring the remains were that of Urquhart.
“David Urquhart was known to frequent areas such as Chilliwack, Abbotsford and Mission in the Fraser Valley.  It is hoped that the people he associated with will come forward to share their knowledge of his whereabouts in late August of 2015,” Ashton said. “This will aid investigators in determining his activities prior to his disappearance and subsequent death.
She said the area where Urquhart’s body was found is frequented by hunters and target shooters “who may have seen something suspicious or out of the ordinary while engaging in those pastimes.”
“Anyone who was in the area of Norrish Creek Road in late August or early September may be able to aid in this investigation,” Ashton said.

Anyone with information can call the IHIT tip line at 1-877-551-4448 or email at ihittipline@rcmp-grc.gc.ca