Stewart McLean, known for roles in Virgin River, Arrow and Supernatural, has been found dead in Lions Bay, British Columbia, where authorities confirm the case is now a homicide investigation.
McLean was last seen on May 15 and reported missing three days later.
On May 22, Canada’s Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced his remains had been located.
“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,” IHIT Cpl. said Esther Tupper.
Jeff Seymour, an acting coach and close friend, told The Canadian Press that he suspected something was wrong when McLean didn’t show up for the shoot.
“He was meticulous about everything … As soon as I heard he didn’t make it Saturday morning, I knew there was big trouble,” Seymour said.
Calling McLean “incredibly situational,” he added: “It just doesn’t make sense. I would love to see justice served.”
McLean’s agent Jodi Caplan of Lucas Talent Inc. confirmed his death in a statement: “It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved client, Stew McLean. He was always a pleasure to deal with – dedicated, professional, eager and endlessly funny.”
