Cera Qwulshemut, 15, is missing from Duncan. Contact RCMP if you know anything about her. (Submitted)

Cera Qwulshemut, 15, is missing from Duncan. Contact RCMP if you know anything about her. (Submitted)

UPDATE: Missing Duncan teen Cera Qwulshemut found safe

15-year-old First Nations girl missing from in front of Shoppers Drug Mart

UPDATE: Police have confirmed that missing teen Cera Qwulshemut has been found safe and sound.

A missing 15-year-old girl from Duncan has North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP asking for the public’s assistance.

Cera Qwulshemut was last seen on Oct. 15 at 5:30 p.m. in front of Shoppers Drug Mart on Trans-Canada Highway in Duncan, according to Const. Pam Bolton, First Nations Policing Liaison Officer.

“She was last seen wearing a black jacket, polka dot rain boots and carrying a white back pack. Family and friends are concerned for Cera and her wellbeing. She is described as a 15-year-old First Nations girl with short brown hair. Qwulshemut is 4 foot 9 inches tall, and weighs approximately 100 pounds.”

As RCMP investigators continue to search for Cera Qwulshemut they are asking the public to remain watchful for her.

Anyone with information on the girl’s whereabouts is urged to contact the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP at 250-748-5522 or, if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Cowichan Valley Citizen