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Frigid temperatures claim the life of missing 85-year-old from Fort St. John

Picture of Tony Martins courtesy of FSJ RCMP.

Fort St. John RCMP have confirmed the tragic news involving a missing senior from Fort St. John.

Tony Martins, who was reported missing on December 18 has been found deceased after succumbing to the frigid temperatures.

The 85-year-old left his residence on Thursday and drove away in a White Grand Cherokee.

Police said he had early onset dementia, did not have his cellphone or wallet with him and was believed to be confused.