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Search underway for missing 14-year-old in Arctic Bay, Nunavut

Richard Jr Bohlender, also known as Jaaji, was last seen on June 28, according to a news release. 

Richard Jr Bohlender, known as Jaaji, was last seen on June 28

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Richard Jr Bohlender, 14, also known as Jaaji, was reported missing on June 30. A search for him is underway in Arctic Bay, Nunavut. (Arctic Bay RCMP)

Nunavut RCMP say a search effort is underway in Arctic Bay, Nunavut, for a missing 14-year-old boy. 

Richard Jr Bohlender, also known as Jaaji, was last seen on June 28, according to a news release. 

RCMP say they are working alongside Nunavut Emergency Management, Arctic Bay hamlet officials, Canadian Rangers, community volunteers, and other supporting agencies in the search.

Bohlender was reported missing on June 30, and the search began soon after. 

Police are asking for anyone with information that may assist with the search to contact the Arctic Bay RCMP