September 27, 2024
Yorkton, Saskatchewan
News release
Alec Zwozdesky was located deceased this afternoon in a rural area near Highway #16 west of Yorkton. His family has been notified.
Yorkton RCMP continues to investigate the circumstances of his death in collaboration with the Saskatchewan Coroner's Service.
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On September 25, 2024, Yorkton RCMP received a report of a missing 71-year-old man, Alec Zwozdesky.
Alec was last seen at 5 p.m. on September 24 on Victoria Avenue in Yorkton. Since receiving the report he is missing, Yorkton RCMP has been checking places Alec is known to visit and following up on information received. Yorkton RCMP is now asking members of the public to report all sightings of Alec and information on his whereabouts.
Alec is described as approximately 5'9" and 150 lbs. He has short grey hair, and was last seen wearing a grey vest, blue jeans, black shoes and a grey ball cap.
Alec requires medicine he does not have with him.
Investigators ask home owners in Yorkton and surrounding area to check their properties, particularly outbuildings, for any signs of Alec and/or clothing or items that seem out of place.
If you have seen Alec or know where he is, contact Yorkton RCMP by dialing 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.