Lost hiker found dead on North Vancouver mountain

Rescue teams are urging hikers to be cautious while hiking the North Shore mountains amid still snowy conditions. (Courtesy: North Shore Rescue)

A lost hiker has been found dead on a North Vancouver mountain after a search and rescue effort Saturday.

At 9:40 a.m., North Shore Rescue said in a social media post searchers were responding to a call regarding a hiker on Mount Seymour.

In a brief statement later in the afternoon, the North Vancouver RCMP said the individual had been found deceased.

“Our sincerest condolences go out to the family and friends of the hiker,” police wrote.

The department said it would not provide further information at this time, citing privacy reasons.