RNC release more details on missing person in St. John's

The RNC has released more information on missing person, Joe Whelan, of St. John’s.

Police say that Whelan was last seen in the area of Windemere Road in the Goulds region of St. John’s on August 1, shortly before midnight.

Investigators have received information to suggest somebody was picked up in a grey or silver SUV around that time in the Fourth Pond Road area. The investigative team is seeking anyone who may have been in the area operating a vehicle at that time.

Whelan is described to be about five feet and nine inches tall, 240 pounds, with black hair and green eyes. His clothing description when he was last seen included grey shorts, a dark-grey T-shirt and black sneakers.

Investigators are requesting that residents and business owners of Goulds and Petty Harbour check outdoor video footage, such as CCTV or dash camera, for any activity overnight from August 1 to August 2.

The RNC has concerns for Whelan’s safety and well-being, and requests that anyone who has information pertaining to his whereabouts contact the RNC at 729-8000, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers.