Inverness County District RCMP is asking for the public's assistance in locating 53-year-old Troy Gould.

Gould is described as 5-foot-10, 250 pounds, with short black hair. He may be in New Brunswick or Maine.

When someone goes missing, it has deep and far-reaching impacts for the person and those who know them. We ask that people spread the word through social media respectfully.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Troy Gould is asked to contact Inverness County District RCMP at 902-625-2220 or the police of jurisdiction. To remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app.