Cops issue update amid missing Virgin River star Stewart McLean&x27;s homicide investigation Ellie HookSun, May 24, 2026 at 7:31 AM UTC 0 Cops have issued a statement on the investigation into Steward McLean's death Credit:Netflix (Netflix) Virgin River actor Stewart McLean has been discovered dead after he disappeared from his home earlier this month. The 45yearold&x27;s remains were located in Lions Bay, Canada, one week after he was last spotted at his residence.
Cops issue update amid missing Virgin River star Stewart McLean's homicide investigation
Ellie HookSun, May 24, 2026 at 7:31 AM UTC
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Cops have issued a statement on the investigation into Steward McLean's death -Credit:Netflix (Netflix)
Virgin River actor Stewart McLean has been discovered dead after he disappeared from his home earlier this month.
The 45-year-old's remains were located in Lions Bay, Canada, one week after he was last spotted at his residence. Canada's Integrated Homicide Investigation Team confirmed in an official statement, "As the investigation continues to unfold, homicide investigators are working to collect and analyse evidence, review CCTV footage and conduct interviews to build a timeline of Mr McLean's activities prior to May 15, 2026."
The statement continued, "We are pursuing all available leads as we work to find answers for the family, friends and loved ones of Mr. McLean." It comes as the actor was first reported as missing last week.
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The release also revealed that authorities had been working to locate the actor "from the onset of the missing persons investigation" and have reason to believe his disappearance is an "isolated incident".
Stewart's death was confirmed by Lucas Talent in a Facebook statement written by his agent, Jodi Caplan. It read, "It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved client, Stew McLean.
Stewart has been found dead -Credit:Royal Canadian Mounted Police
"I was fortunate to have worked with Stew for more than 10 years. He was always such a pleasure to deal with - dedicated, professional, eager, and endlessly funny.
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"Many casting directors have reached out to share their condolences with Stew's family and with our agency, and every message says the same thing: what a truly great guy he was, and how deeply he will be missed.
"Rest in peace, Stew. xo," the tribute concluded. The post prompted many fans and loved ones to flood the star with their condolences.
One user took to social media to pen, "He was a good friend, a sensitive, dedicated performer, and a lovely human being. RIP to a legend."
A second added, "Stew was kind and thoughtful and a pleasure to watch him perform. I met stew in class. He found my email back in 2024 and suggested me for a broadcaster film role which I got to do because of him."
Stewart McLean was known for starring in Virgin River -Credit:Royal Canadian Mounted Police
A third chimed in, "You were always an awesome guy to have on the team. This is truly sad. A great guy, with genuine kindness. I will remember those wellington boots you always wore regardless of the weather. Rest in peace, Brother."
Throughout his career, Stewart appeared in series including Virgin River, Murder in a Small Town, Happy Face, and Arrow. The actor played a barfly on season 7 of the Netflix drama, which premiered in March 2026. According to his IMDB page, he appeared in one episode.
He has also worked as a well-known producer in the industry. Among his credits as a producer were the 2016 Freeform series Beyond and the Netflix series Travelers.
Canadian authorities ask anyone with information regarding the investigation to contact the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
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Published: May 24, 2026 at 04:00AM on Source: PRIME TIME
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