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UPDATE: 88-year-old missing man found safe

He was located in good health and is with his family
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UPDATE, April 19: York Regional Police report the missing 88-year-old man from Georgina has been located in good health and returned to his family. The force thanks the public and media for their help.

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An 88-year-old is missing after he was last seen in the area of Boyers Road and The Queensway in Georgina. 

Russel Ashford was last seen at about 2:15 p.m. on April 18. 

He is described as an 88-year-old white male. He is 5'10" tall with dark hair. He was wearing a black toque with red writing, a grey jacket, blue pants, and brown shoes when he went missing. 

Ashford's vehicle is a red Dodge pick-up truck with the license plate 3739ZB. 

Anyone who has seen Ashford or has any information is asked to call (905)830-0303 x7341. 



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