Community Alert: Suspicious Disappearance in Pictou County, NS

Section 1: The Alert

The RCMP Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit is now leading an urgent investigation into the suspicious disappearance of 61-year-old Steven Boudreau from Pictou County, Nova Scotia. He was last seen on Elgin Road in Hopewell on April 18, 2026, at around 5:00 p.m., and has not been heard from since. Police initially treated this as a missing person file through Pictou County District RCMP, but developments in the case have raised serious concerns about the circumstances of his disappearance.

Investigators are actively working across multiple jurisdictions, and a vehicle believed to be connected to Boudreau has been recovered in Kings County. The RCMP is asking residents across Nova Scotia—especially in and around Pictou County and Kings County—to be alert, review any recent observations they may have made on or after April 18, and contact police immediately with any information that could assist.

Section 2: Official Details

Based on information provided by the RCMP, the following key details are confirmed regarding this investigation:

Missing Person Information

Have you seen this man? The Crime Canada community is urgently asked to assist in locating Steven Boudreau and supporting this investigation.

• Name: Steven Boudreau
• Age: 61
• Last seen: April 18, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m.
• Last known location: Elgin Road, Hopewell, Pictou County, Nova Scotia
• Height: Approximately 6 feet 2 inches
• Weight: Approximately 190 lbs
• Hair: Grey
• Eyes: Blue

Nature of the Investigation

• Initial public assistance was requested by Pictou County District RCMP on April 21, 2026.
• As inquiries progressed, investigators determined that the circumstances of Boudreau’s disappearance are suspicious.
• The investigation has therefore been transferred to the RCMP Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit, which is now the lead investigative agency.

Vehicle Recovery

• On April 24, 2026, officers located and recovered a white Honda Accord in Kings County, Nova Scotia.
• The vehicle is believed by investigators to be associated with Steven Boudreau.
• The car is currently being examined by RCMP Forensic Identification Services to gather potential evidence.

Agencies Involved

• RCMP Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit (lead investigation)
• Pictou County District RCMP
• Kings District RCMP
• RCMP Forensic Identification Services
• Additional RCMP support units as required

How the Public Can Help

Crime Canada community: your help is urgently needed. Even small details—such as dashcam footage, sightings of a white Honda Accord, or interactions with a man matching Boudreau’s description—could be vital.

• If you have any information about the disappearance of Steven Boudreau or know anything about his recent movements or current whereabouts, contact:
  RCMP Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit at 902-365-3120
• To provide information anonymously, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers:
  • Phone (toll-free): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
  • Online: www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
  • Via the P3 Tips App
• Please reference File # 2026-517491 when providing information, if possible.

This case involves activity across multiple areas of Nova Scotia, including Kings County. For residents who want to better understand local patterns of crime and safety in nearby regions, tools like the Kings, Subd. B crime statistics and safety data can provide useful context for community risk awareness.

Section 3: Crime Canada Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, suspicious missing person investigations like this one are a critical public safety concern for communities across Nova Scotia. They highlight the importance of rapid information sharing, local vigilance, and cooperation with law enforcement. When a person vanishes under unclear or suspicious circumstances, the first hours and days are often the most crucial for gathering tips, confirming sightings, and preserving potential evidence.

Residents in rural and semi-rural areas—such as those found across much of Pictou and Kings counties, as well as places similar to Colchester, Subd. B—play a particularly important role. People who know their roads, neighbours, and traffic patterns are often the first to notice a vehicle out of place, unusual activity near properties, or someone who appears disoriented or in distress. We encourage community members to regularly review RCMP alerts, save key numbers like 902-365-3120 and 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), and report anything that seems unusual, even if it feels minor. Your information could be the missing piece that helps investigators locate a vulnerable person and keep the wider community safe.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the nova-scotia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.