missing persons unit

Jagteshwar SIDHU (1975-11-27)

On June 8th, 2022, Jagteshwar SIDHU rented a boat from Granville Island Boat Rentals. He had been making several day trips to Bowen Island to have lunch. The GPS showed that the boat went to Bowen Island for approximately 23 minutes prior to heading back towards the mainland. At 244 PM the boat showed in neutral very far from land.

The Coast Guard located the boat unoccupied with the key in the igniton. Mr SIDHU’s wallet, phone and lifevest were on board. He has not been seen since and it is presumed that he went overboard.

VPD File# 22-85595

Last known clothing.

Karanveer SINGH (1999-02-18)

Karanver was last seen on May 3rd, 2022. He stated to his roommate that he was going out with a friend. He was reported missing on May 5th, 2022 as his cousin had not heard from him and he had not returned home. His cell phone has been turned off and there has been no activity with his bank since before May 3rd. Karanveer was last seen on video getting off a bus at Marine Dr and Capilano Rd and walking towards the Lion’s Gate Bridge on May 4th, 2022 at 256 hrs.

Last known clothing of Karanveer Singh

Xin LIU (1981-12-30)

Xin was last seen in May 2021 by her family friend, and hasn’t accessed her bank account since July 2021. Family had concerns about her well-being and have been able to contact her since last year. Any information about her location can be forwarded to the VPD Missing Persons Unit.

At the time of the report she was last known to be 5’3” tall and about 110 lbs with long black hair.

22-58418

Alan James (AJ) BIRTWISTLE (1986-12-13)

Alan was supposed to travel to the Sunshine Coast from Vancouver on April 13th, 2022 but didn’t catch his ferry. Surveillance footage shows him walking north on the west side of Carrall St rowards Hastings St at approximately 3:30PM on the 13th. His phone has since been turned off and family is unable to get in touch with him. Any information on the location of Alan can be forwarded to the VPD Missing Persons Unit via the contact form.

At the time of the missing report, Alan was wearing a white jacket and tan pants with leather boots. He had a grey satchel and a blue backpack (photo attached). He is 6’ tall and approximately 185lbs.

22-55797

James Patrick AULT (1952-11-10)

James was last seen at the House of Daniel Youth Shelter located at 2360 SE Marine Dr. He left the shelter, leaving all of his belongings behind, and has not been seen since. Please contact the VPD Missing Persons Unit with any information.

At the time of the missing report he was 5’8″ tall, approximately 140 lbs, and had dark hair with blue/green eyes.

70-21661

Diane Lynn BUCKLEY (1961-08-25)

Diane left a note saying to look for her in the US or Mexico. There had also been previous discussions with the Diane mentioning going to Mexico. The investigation ruled out foul play by anyone known to her around the time she went missing. Given all the circumstances it is most likely Diane relocated to the US or Mexico by her choice. She has never been heard from.

Indigenous female, black hair with brown eyes at the time of the missing report in 1979.

79-34624

Arthur NEUMEYER (1944-01-19)

Arthur was last seen on November 12th, 1965 when he was allegedly dropped off by a friend in between Hope and Chilliwack. He was involved in a serious car accident the year prior and was never the same according to family and friends. He has never been located. An updated photograph has been requested.

Caucasian male, with brown hair and blue eyes. He stood 5’7″ tall and was 140 lbs at the time of his disappearance.

65-43512

Giles LAROSE (1952-07-14)

Giles was last seen by his father at his home in Vancouver. He suffered from mental health issues and has not been seen since.

74-18821

Govind George SUBRAMANIAN (1931-10-21)

Govind travelled to Canada in 1973 to try and sell his construction business. He was last seen by a family friend with whom he was staying with, leaving to meet a person who would later be charged with multiple frauds. The male was questioned with regards to Govind’s disappearance but was evasive and refused to cooperate. He returned to Fiji after being released from prison. Govind is believed to have been the victim of foul play and he has never been found.

74-2305

Richard Keung WU (1961-11-16)

Richard was last seen on April 25th, 1983. He had been telling his family that he was attending UBC but this was not the case. He has not been seen since.

83-26286

Sharon Carol McKENZIE-CRAMOND (1943-06-20)

Sharon was involved in an abusive relationship with her ex-husband, who she split up with in 1981. Her ex-husband reported her missing five days after he last saw her. Her family told police that she was the victim of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse at his hands. She has not been seen since.

82-70413

James Patrick COLE (1988-02-21)

James was staying with a friend at 222 Keefer St in Vancouver when he was last seen. He had a conversation with family on February 21, 1988 and that was the last contact he had. James has not been located. Any information regarding his disappearance please contact the Vancouver Police Missing Persons Unit.

Caucasian male, 5’6″ tall and 135 lbs. At the time of the missing report he had black hair and brown eyes.

88-105801

Cecilia Mary NIKAL (1971-01-16)

Cecilia came to Vancouver from Smithers, BC in 1989. After a brief stay with her aunt she left in mid-October 1989 and was not seen again. Her aunt had her removed from the missing list when she received information that Cecilia was on Vancouver Island. This was never corroborated by her aunt and Cecilia has not been found.

Indigenous female, 5’5″ tall, 120 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes (1990 description)

90-50629

Rebecca Louisa GUNO (1960-05-25)

Rebecca was originally reported missing as she was supposed to go to the Lone Star Pub to meet some friends. It was later determined that she was not going to the pub, rather she was with a friend named Josh. Her wallet was found several block from her residence a considerable time after the missing report. The file was investigated on three different occasions and she has never been located nor has the identity of ‘Josh’ been confirmed.

83-40409

David Glenn HARRINGTON (1958-01-02)

David was transient in nature and roamed across Canada existing off of small, odd jobs. He was a loner by nature and had a hard time maintaining relationships. He came to visit his mother in April 1986 and has not been seen since.

87-29384

Sherry Lynn RAIL (1956-09-80)

Sherry left her suite with all of her belongings still inside and was never seen again.

86-96028

David KROEKER (1937-02-26)

David was diagnosed with cancer in his lymph nodes and was depressed. His apartment was found to be intact with all of his belongings still there and it is believed that he likely committed suicide. He has never been located.

86-44165

Marilyn MOORE (1951-09-25)

Marilyn moved to Vancouver from the US and at the time she went missing was emotionally distressed. While it is believed that she committed suicide, she has never been located and the file remains open.

86-44636

Elaine ALLENBACH (1965-04-26)

Elaine was involved in the sex trade and was believed to have been the victim of foul play in either BC or Washington. She has never been located.

Caucasian female, 5’5″ tall, 120 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes.

86-19762

Nathan Trevor COLEMAN (1973-10-02)

Nathan was supposed to move out of his apartment at the end of September, 1999. All of his belongings were located still in his suite except for his bike and a backpack. His backpack was located in English Bay and his bike was never recovered. He has not been located.

Caucasian male, brown hair and brown eyes.

99-229345