Body of missing mother found off waters of Bowen Island: police
Posted November 16, 2016 11:48 pm.
Last Updated November 17, 2016 9:38 am.
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BOWEN ISLAND (NEWS 1130) – Florence Leung, the new mother from New Westminster who was reported missing on October 25th has been found dead. New Westminster Police confirm her body was discovered off the waters of Bowen Island on November 15th.
“The New Westminster Police is sad to report that on November 15 Florence Leung’s body was recovered in the waters near Bowen Island. The family has been notified of this tragic turn of events and the BC Coroner’s Service has been advised. Foul play is not suspected,” the department says in a statement.
Word of Leung’s death surfaced last night after an update was posted on social media.
A notice on the Facebook page Help us Find Florence Leung reads: “Police notified husband Kim Chen and family earlier today of the discovery. We ask that everyone at the moment respect the family’s privacy and we will release more details as they become available. We thank you all for your prayers, love, and support at this very difficult time.”
“Florence, you are missed dearly in our hearts. We believe you are at a better place now watching over us with your loving, caring, and warming heart,” says the statement on Facebook.
It’s believed the 32-year-old may have been suffering from postpartum depression. Her car was found on the outskirts of Stanley Park shortly after she first disappeared but a search was called off following efforts from North Shore Rescue, police and volunteers.
