The search has resumed for a 23-year-old man who went missing after jumping off the Overlanders Bridge into the North Thompson River in Kamloops on July 30, 2025. Authorities say recent evaluations have led to renewed efforts to find him.
Local police confirmed that Search and Rescue teams, working with RCMP officers, are again combing the area. Both aerial and watercraft support are being used to cover as much of the river as possible. The operation is aimed at locating any sign of the man, who is presumed to have drowned.
Cpl. Dana Napier, the RCMP’s media relations officer, explained on Friday, August 8, 2025, that the decision to restart the search followed discussions with the Kamloops Search and Rescue team. Past experience indicates that, under certain conditions, the missing person might resurface. This possibility prompted the reactivation of the search.
According to Napier, the dive team will not be sent in without solid leads. Instead, search teams will continue to monitor the river and surrounding areas for any visible signs. If evidence emerges pointing to a specific location, divers will be deployed to investigate.
Search and Rescue crews are focusing on known currents, eddies, and points along the river where debris and objects tend to collect. The North Thompson River’s water levels and flow rate are also being closely monitored, as these factors can influence the movement of a body in the water.
Specialized teams have been brought in to assist in the effort. Aerial crews are scanning the riverbanks and water surface, while boats patrol key sections downstream from the bridge. The strategy is designed to maximize coverage and respond quickly if new evidence appears.
Rescue officials have stressed that the search is both difficult and unpredictable. The North Thompson River has strong currents and varying depths, making underwater recovery operations hazardous. Weather changes and water conditions can also affect the pace and scope of the work.
The man’s identity has not been released to protect the privacy of his family. Police and search officials have been in contact with the relatives, keeping them informed about ongoing efforts. Community members have expressed sympathy and support, with many hoping for closure for the family.
While no confirmed sightings or new physical evidence have yet been reported, authorities are asking anyone who may have seen something unusual along the riverbanks in recent days to contact the local RCMP detachment. Even small details, they say, could be helpful in narrowing down the search area.
The Overlanders Bridge, a popular crossing in Kamloops, spans a wide section of the North Thompson River. It is not uncommon for rescue teams to respond to emergencies in this area, although incidents of this nature are rare. The bridge’s location and the river’s flow make recovery work challenging, especially when days or weeks have passed since the initial disappearance.
Authorities emphasize that public safety remains a priority during the search. Areas along the riverbank that pose a risk to bystanders are being monitored, and the public is urged to keep a safe distance from active search zones.
The renewed search will continue as long as conditions allow, with the hope that new findings will guide teams to a more precise location. If further information becomes available, police will release an update.
For now, the operation remains focused on methodical scanning, coordination between agencies, and readiness to act if clear evidence points to the man’s whereabouts.
