RCMP release:

Port Hawkesbury RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 78-year-old Derek Cyril Kruger, who was last seen near Antigonish on September 29.

Derek Cyril Kruger is described as 5-foot-4, with brown hair, wearing glasses and a hearing aid.

Kruger may be driving a driving a red 1997 Mazda Miata with N.S. licence plate FAU 511. Police are concerned for his safety.

When someone goes missing, it has deep and far-reaching impacts for the person and those that know them. We ask that people spread the word through social media respectfully.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Kruger is asked to contact Port Hawkesbury RCMP at 902-625-2220. Should you wish to remain anonymous call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.