Human remains found in Lax Kw’alaams have been identified as those of a man who was reported missing in 2019.
Lawrence Maitland of Lax Kw’alaams was reported missing in July 2019. Until recently, his friends and family did not know what had happened to him.
At the time of Maitland’s disappearance, investigators deemed the circumstances suspicious and handed the case to the North District Major Crimes Unit for further investigation, which is still ongoing. No arrests have been made in connection with this case.
RCMP said they believe that this was an isolated incident and there is no further risk to the community.
No other information has been released. Police said more details may become available as the investigation continues.
