What To Know
- Stewart McLean, 45, who appeared in Virgin River, was found dead one week after going missing.
- Authorities believe McLean was the victim of homicide.
- McLean had additional acting credits in Rab C. Nesbitt, Doctor Findlay, Taggart, and Monarch of the Glen.
Stewart McLean, 45, an actor who appeared in one episode of Virgin River, was found dead one week after he went missing.
On Friday, May 22, Canada’s Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced that McLean’s body was found in the Lions Bay area, according to a new release obtained by People. It noted that his disappearance is believed to be an “isolated incident.”
“As the investigation continues to unfold, homicide investigators are working to collect and analyze evidence, review CCTV footage, and conduct interviews to build a timeline of Mr. McLean’s activities prior to May 15, 2026,” IHIT Cpl. Esther Tupper said in a statement. “We are pursuing all available leads as we work to find answers for the family, friends, and loved ones of Mr. McLean.”
On May 21, the Squamish Royal Canadian Mounted Police (Squamish RCMP) announced that McLean was potentially a murder victim.
“Squamish RCMP initiated an investigation and, through investigative efforts, uncovered evidence that led investigators to believe Mr. McLean was [a] victim of homicide,” a news release detailed. “On May 20, IHIT deployed and assumed conduct of the investigation. Squamish RCMP continues to work closely with IHIT and the Integrated Forensic Identification Service (IFIS) to advance the investigation.”
McLean was last seen at his home in Lions Bay, British Columbia, on May 15. Three days later, the RCMP received a missing person report for him.
In addition to appearing in Season 7 of Virgin River, McLean has acting credits in TV shows like Rab C. Nesbitt, Doctor Finlay, Taggart, and Monarch of the Glen.
Virgin River has aired for seven seasons so far, and has been renewed for Season 8. The romantic drama stars Alexandra Breckenridge, Martin Henderson, Colin Lawrence, Tim Matheson, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Annette O’Toole, Sarah Dugdale, and Teryl Rothery, among others.
Virgin River, streaming on Netflix