'Virgin River' actor Stewart McLean's disappearance now a homicide investigation, police say
The disappearance of 'Virgin River' actor Stewart McLean has escalated into a homicide investigation. Authorities in British Columbia have found evidence suggesting that McLean, who was reported missing on May 18, is believed to be a victim of homicide. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team is now leading the investigation in collaboration with local police.
- ▪Stewart McLean was reported missing on May 18, 2026.
- ▪The Squamish RCMP has uncovered evidence indicating McLean may be a homicide victim.
- ▪The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team has taken over the investigation.
5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 9 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 1 centre, 1 right.
- ▪ Missing ‘Virgin River’ Actor Stewart McLean Found Dead as Case Becomes a Homicide Investigation — TheWrap
- ▪ Missing ‘Virgin River’ Actor Stewart McLean Found Dead — The Hollywood Reporter
- ▪ ‘Virgin River’ actor may have been murdered after going missing, investigators say — Page Six
- ▪ Missing ‘Virgin River’ Actor Stewart McLean May Have Been Murdered, Investigators Say After Uncovering Evidence — Variety
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Entertainment 'Virgin River' actor Stewart McLean's disappearance now a homicide investigation, police say The Squamish Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) uncovered evidence leading them to believe the 45-year-old was the victim of a homicide By Janelle Ash Fox News Published May 22, 2026 6:34pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines of May 21 Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Missing TV actor Stewart McLean's case has now turned into a homicide investigation, according to authorities.
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