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A body found on Mitchell Island Tuesday afternoon has been identified as a man previously reported missing.

Joel Arkinson, 29, had not been heard from since June 1. Vancouver Police had appealed to the public for help in locating the man, whose lack of communication with friends and family was described as out of character.

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Arkinson had told family members he planned to go camping but the plans were never confirmed and no destination was given.

“The death is not considered suspicious and the investigation has now been turned over to the B.C. Coroners Service,” according to a statement released by Vancouver police.