Search and Rescue personnel in Whatcom County, Washington, on a mission to locate a missing hiker from British Columbia. (Image Credit: Whatcom County Sheriff's Office)

By Mike Vanden Bosch-Fraser Valley Today

Missing Hiker

Kamloops hiker located deceased: Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office

Jul 14, 2026 | 6:12 AM

WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. – The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office says a missing British Columbia hiker from Kamloops has been located deceased.

After a lengthy and extensive search for missing B.C. hiker Gursimran (Singh) Randhawa, who was overdue since June 29, search and rescue personnel were notified of a sighting on Sunday, July 12.

The WCSO said a follow-up SAR mission was launched Monday morning (July 13) with the Snohomish County Helicopter Rescue Team and the Bellingham Mountain Rescue Council.

“Sadly, this was a recovery mission,” the WCSO said. “Our heartfelt condolences to Gursimran’s family, friends and loved ones during this painful time. We are so sorry for your loss.”