RCMP again asking for help to find missing Rosthern man

One year after Leslie Peesker was reported missing, the Rosthern RCMP is once again asking for help finding him.

Peesker, 49, was reported missing on Dec. 22, 2021. He was last seen Oct. 14, 2021, at a gas station off Highway 11 at Rosthern. His family became concerned after Peesker — who’s known to camp outdoors for long periods of time — didn’t check in with them.

He last was seen on a bicycle with saddle bags attached to each side and a rolled-up sleeping bag attached to the handlebars. He was planning to travel to Prince Albert.

Peesker is described as being approximately 5-foot-10 and 190 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel eyes.

“Saskatchewan RCMP continues — and will continue — to follow up on all information we receive about Leslie,” Sgt. Aaron Kading from the Rosthern RCMP said in a media release. “Over the past year, we’ve searched areas where Leslie indicated he was travelling and have followed up on the tips we received from the public.

“We’re still looking for information from the public. Any small bit of information may help us locate him, so please report it. We want to hear about any potential sightings of Leslie. Keep in mind he was on a bike that’s pretty distinctive, as he had storage bags attached to it.

“We’d also like to know about any items or clothing that seem out of place along the route between Rosthern and Prince Albert. Leslie is an experienced camper, so this could include more secluded or forested areas.”

Anyone with information about Peesker’s whereabouts is asked to call the Saskatchewan RCMP at 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1‐800‐222‐8477 or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.