British Columbia

Body of missing hiker Gregory James Tiffin found near Agassiz, B.C.

The B.C. Coroners Service has confirmed the body discovered Tuesday is that of Gregory James Tiffin, who went missing along with his partner earlier in July.

Tiffin and his partner, Sophie Dowsley, were reported missing July 12 after setting off for a hike

Search and Rescue crews say Sophie Dowsley, 34, (left) and Gregory James Tiffin, 44 (right) set out for a day hike on the trails near Statlu Lake, north of Agassiz, B.C. They were last seen alive July 8. (Upper Fraser Valley Regional District RCMP)

The B.C. Coroners Service has confirmed the body found near Statlu Lake north of Agassiz, B.C. on Tuesday is that of Gregory James Tiffin.

Tiffin, 44, and his partner, Australian Sophie Dowsley, 34, were reported missing July 12 after setting out for a hike in the Statlu Lake area.

The missing couple's vehicle was later found near a trail at Statlu Lake by search and rescue personnel.

"All search resources remain engaged as we continue to look for the missing woman," said RCMP Cpl. Mike Rail.

"RCMP remain in close contact with the victim's and missing woman's families."

The RCMP first reported the discovery of the body Wednesday, but would not confirm its identity, directing inquiries to the coroner.

The B.C. Coroners Service would also not initially confirm the identity, citing privacy concerns.

This waterfall, which is said to be treacherous with a partially-hidden, steep edge, was a focus of search and rescue efforts in the Statlu Lake area. (ihikebc.com)