Missing Leaf Rapids man hasn't been heard from in weeks: RCMP
Thompson RCMP is searching for a missing man who has not been heard from in weeks.
Mounties say Noah Thomas, 23, was reported missing Monday.
The Leaf Rapids man was last heard from May 30 while he was visiting a home in Thompson, police said.
RCMP and Thomas' family are concerned for his well-being.
He is described as five-foot-seven, 160 pounds, with black hair and green eyes.
Police believe he is still in the Thompson area.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact RCMP or Crime Stoppers.
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