Community Safety Alert: 12‑Year‑Old Boy Missing in Dieppe, New Brunswick

SECTION 1: THE ALERT

The Codiac RCMP is urgently asking for the public’s assistance in locating 12-year-old Reginald Boudreau, reported missing from Dieppe, New Brunswick. He was last seen on the morning of March 18, 2026, and police and family are deeply concerned for his well-being.

Reginald was last observed at approximately 8:00 a.m. near the intersection of Gauvin Road and Blanchard Street in Dieppe. Despite several investigative leads, officers have not yet been able to find him. Residents in and around this area are urged to review any recent movements, check home or business cameras where applicable, and report any potential sightings to police immediately.

SECTION 2: OFFICIAL DETAILS

The following information has been released by the Codiac Regional RCMP regarding the missing child:

RCMP-provided image: Reginald Boudreau

Who Police Are Looking For

• Name: Reginald Boudreau
• Age: 12 years old
• From: Dieppe, New Brunswick

Last Known Location & Time

• Date last seen: March 18, 2026
• Time last seen: Approximately 8:00 a.m.
• Area: Near the intersection of Gauvin Road and Blanchard Street in Dieppe, N.B.
• Reported missing: Same day, March 18, 2026

Physical Description

• Height: Approximately 5 feet 2 inches (about 157 cm)
• Weight: Approximately 88 pounds (about 40 kg)
• Eye colour: Green
• Hair: Blond

Clothing & Items When Last Seen

• Jacket: Blue and orange jacket
• Footwear: Winter boots
• Other item: Carrying a red Calvin Klein blanket with blue stripes

How the Community Can Help

This is a child-safety emergency, and the CrimeCanada.ca community is asked to stay alert and assist however possible.

• Carefully review Reginald’s photo and description.
• Pay particular attention if you live, work, or travel near Gauvin Road, Blanchard Street, or surrounding neighbourhoods in Dieppe.
• Check dashcams, doorbell cameras, and business surveillance footage from the morning of March 18, 2026, and shortly afterward.
• Do not share unverified rumours on social media; report what you see or know directly to police.

Important: If you have any information on the whereabouts of 12-year-old Reginald Boudreau, contact the Codiac RCMP immediately at 506-857-2400.

For broader context on community safety and crime trends, Canadians can also review localized data resources such as the Wildcat 12, Nova Scotia crime and safety statistics, which help illustrate how early reporting and neighbourhood vigilance contribute to safer communities across the country.

SECTION 3: CRIMECANADA.CA SAFETY PERSPECTIVE

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, any missing-child alert in New Brunswick is a critical public safety matter that demands rapid, coordinated community action. Children who go missing, even for a short period, may be at risk due to weather, unfamiliar surroundings, or potential contact with individuals who do not have their best interests at heart. Quick identification, accurate sharing of official information, and immediate reporting of sightings are key factors that can help bring a child home safely.

We encourage families to establish check-in routines, review safe routes to school or activities, and ensure children know trusted adults they can approach if they feel unsafe. Community members can support these efforts by remaining observant in public spaces, respecting police perimeter or search activity, and contacting authorities when something does not look right. Alerts like this one highlight why a strong, informed, and vigilant community is essential to public safety. CrimeCanada.ca remains committed to providing clear alerts and accessible safety information to help protect children and families throughout the region.

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 new-brunswick 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.