News release
Elderly man safely rescued from wooded area by Avalon North Wolverines Search and Rescue
June 18, 2025
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Placentia, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP
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An 81-year-old man was safely rescued from a wooded area overnight by Avalon North Wolverines Search and Rescue.
At approximately 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Placentia RCMP received the report indicating that the man was lost in a wooded area near Long Harbour. Police engaged Avalon North Wolverines Search and Rescue to assist in the search. Shortly before 3:30 a.m., the man was located by searchers who determined that he would require a Medivac for a safe transportation out of the area. The man was safely airlifted and is reported to be in good condition.
RCMP NL thanks Avalon North Wolverines Search and Rescue for their dedicated work that led to a successful search, and the air ambulance dispatch and crew for their support.