Missing Person Alert: RCMP Searching for Man from Clarenville

Section 1: Community Safety Alert Overview

Clarenville RCMP have issued a missing person alert for 43-year-old William Lockyer, and are asking the public across Newfoundland and Labrador to help locate him. Police and family members are worried about his well-being and are treating this as a matter requiring prompt community attention.

According to investigators, Lockyer was last seen around midnight on July 13, 2026. He is believed to have left his residence sometime during the morning of Tuesday, July 14, 2026 and has not been reachable since. He is thought to be travelling in a specific vehicle, and police are asking residents, drivers, and businesses in and around Clarenville and nearby areas to be on the lookout.

Section 2: Official RCMP Details

CrimeCanada.ca is amplifying this alert to support the efforts of Clarenville RCMP and the local community. Please review the details carefully and share this information with anyone who may be in the area or on regional roadways.

Who police are trying to locate:

• Name: William Lockyer
• Age: 43 years old
• Description:
  • White man
  • Bald
  • Wears eyeglasses
  • Has facial hair

Last known timeline and circumstances:

• Last seen around midnight on July 13, 2026.
• Believed to have left his home on the morning of Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
• Has not been in contact with family or police since that time.
• Police and family are explicitly concerned for his well-being.

Vehicle information (critical for public awareness):

• Make/Model: 1996 Toyota Corolla
• Colour: Brown
• Province: Newfoundland and Labrador
• Licence plate: AZN 706

Photo for identification:

Police have released the following image to help the public recognize William Lockyer:

How the Crime Canada community can help:

If you see William Lockyer, recognize him from the photo, or spot a brown 1996 Toyota Corolla with NL licence plate AZN 706, do not delay in contacting police. Even small details such as the direction of travel, time of day, or any distinguishing observations about the vehicle or driver can be valuable to investigators.

• Contact the Clarenville RCMP detachment directly at (709) 466-3211 as soon as possible with any sighting or information.
• You can also call 1-800-709-7267 (RCMP) with tips or information related to this missing person investigation.

The local context of this alert is especially important to residents and travellers in and around Clarenville, Newfoundland and Labrador. For broader background on crime and safety trends in the area, you can review our Clarenville crime statistics and community safety data, which help frame how community vigilance supports police efforts during urgent missing person searches like this one.

Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, missing person alerts such as this one are a vital part of community safety in Newfoundland and Labrador. When someone is reported missing and there are concerns for their well-being, rapid and widespread sharing of accurate information can significantly improve the chances of a safe outcome. Residents who stay alert on local roads, check their security cameras or dashcams, and report possible sightings help extend the eyes and ears of police across the region.

In situations like this, we encourage community members to take a few simple steps: review the photo and description carefully, pay attention to vehicles that match the provided details, and make a note of locations, times, and directions of travel if you believe you have seen the person or their car. Do not approach or intervene directly; instead, contact Clarenville RCMP at (709) 466-3211 or the general RCMP line at 1-800-709-7267 so trained officers can respond. This cooperative, safety-focused approach is at the heart of our mission to help build safer, more informed communities across Canada.

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 newfoundland-and-labrador 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.