Nelson RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing youth, Sheldon Hicks, according to Staff Sgt. Dan Seibel.

Hicks is described as a 14-year-old (but appears older) white male, 5'8" , 145 lb, with blond shaggy hair and blue eyes.He was last seen wearing blue jeans, black ball cap, black sneakers and a back pack.

"On the morning of Feb. 20, Nelson RCMP received a phone call from Sheldon's mother reporting that her son had taken her vehicle without her consent," Seibel said. "A note was left by Sheldon saying that he was going to Vancouver with a room mate and that a job was lined up. The note also indicated that his mother's vehicle may be at the Nelson Safeway parking lot.

"RCMP following up and located the vehicle, however, Sheldon has not been seen since the evening of Feb. 19," Seibel added. "Anyone having recently seen or with knowledge or information of Sheldon HICKS whereabouts are asked to please contact NELSON RCMP at 250-352-2156