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Girl, 7, found safe a day after being reported missing in Chilliwack, B.C.

CHILLIWACK — Mounties in British Columbia say a seven-year-old girl has been found safe, a day after going missing when she followed her neighbour's dog into a wooded area.
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The B.C. RCMP Divisional Headquarters is seen in Surrey, B.C., on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns

CHILLIWACK — Mounties in British Columbia say a seven-year-old girl has been found safe, a day after going missing when she followed her neighbour's dog into a wooded area.

Chilliwack RCMP say the girl will be treated for any medical needs as a precaution and reunited with her family.

The girl was reported missing on Thursday.

Various agencies were involved in the search, including RCMP Air Services, search and rescue, the BC Conservation Officer Service and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

Police had said the search took place in a heavily wooded area that featured difficult terrain.

Police are thanking the public for the information and tips that were provided.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 2, 2025.

The Canadian Press

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