Remains of missing B.C. actor found, homicide investigators say
Police say evidence found during the search led investigators to treat Stewart McLean’s disappearance as a homicide and ask for public tips.
- On Thursday, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police declared the disappearance of actor Stewart McLean a homicide investigation. Authorities believe the 45-year-old, last seen May 15 at his Lions Bay home, was a victim of foul play.
- After Squamish RCMP initially launched a missing person report on May 18, the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team assumed conduct of the case on Wednesday. Investigators uncovered evidence suggesting the Lions Bay resident met with foul play.
- McLean, a 45-year-old actor known for roles in Virgin River and Arrow, has worked in the Canadian industry since about 2015. He is described as 5ft 10in, 150 lbs, with gray hair and blue eyes.
- Authorities are urging the public to assist with the ongoing investigation by contacting the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-4448. Officials have not provided further details regarding the discovery of the actor's body.
- Lions Bay Search and Rescue conducted initial efforts on May 20 before the homicide team took over. The investigation remains active as police search the Sea-to-Sky region for information regarding the disappearance.
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Stewart McLean ‘Virgin River’ Actor Found Dead as BC Homicide Unit Takes Over Missing Person Case
A missing person investigation in British Columbia has turned into a homicide case after investigators discovered evidence suggesting foul play in the disappearance of actor Stewart McLean.
Strong news shook Hollywood during the last few hours. 45-year-old Canadian actor Stewart McLean, recognized for his participation in the Un lugar para soñar (Virgin River) series, was found dead in Canada after an intense search began after his disappearance was reported.While the causes of his death are still unknown, the investigation was classified as a homicide.On May 18, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police of Squamish (RCMP) was notified of …
Virgin River Actor Stewart McLean Found Dead One Week After Going Missing - And Cops Think He May Have Been Murdered!
Stewart McLean, a 45-year-old actor best known for his work as Barfly on the show Virgin River, has been found dead one week after going missing — and cops suspect foul play might be involved. According to Canada’s Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT), the Squamish Royal Canadian Mounted Police received a missing person report regarding Stewart on Monday after he had not been seen since Friday, May 15. He was reportedly last seen that d…
The 45-year-old's body was found in Canada a few days after the news of his disappearance
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