Community Alert: Melfort RCMP Search for Missing 13-Year-Old Boy

Melfort RCMP are asking the public for urgent assistance in finding missing 13-year-old Lestat Whitstone. He was reported missing on June 21, 2026, after last being seen around 3:00 p.m. on McKendry Avenue West in Melfort, Saskatchewan.

Police have been actively following up on all leads and checking locations that Lestat is known to visit. Despite these efforts, his whereabouts are still unknown. Investigators now need help from residents in Melfort and surrounding areas, including communities he is known to frequent, to share any information that could help safely locate him.

Official Details from Melfort RCMP

According to the official report, the missing youth case was opened on June 21, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m. when Melfort RCMP received a call about a missing 13-year-old male, identified as Lestat Whitstone. He was last seen about an hour earlier in a residential area of Melfort.

Lestat was last observed on McKendry Avenue West in Melfort, SK, at around 3:00 p.m. the same day. Since then, officers have been checking places he typically spends time and following up on information from the public, but further assistance is now required to advance the search.

Description of Missing Youth

Police have released the following description of Lestat Whitstone to assist the public:

• Age: 13 years old
• Eye colour: brown
• Hair: brown, buzz cut style
• Last known clothing: brown hoodie and brown jeans

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Vehicle and Travel Information

As part of the ongoing investigation, Melfort RCMP have determined that Lestat may be travelling with a person known to him. They may be associated with an orange Chevy Avalanche truck. Police have indicated that photos of both Lestat and the orange truck have been circulated as part of the search efforts.

Lestat is known to spend time in both the Melfort area and on Pelican Lake First Nation. However, his current location is unknown, and he may be travelling between or beyond these communities.

How the Public Can Help Right Now

CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community to assist immediately. If you see Lestat, recognize him from the photo, or spot an orange Chevy Avalanche that may be connected, do not delay in contacting police.

If you have any information about Lestat’s whereabouts, you are urged to contact:

• Melfort RCMP: 310-RCMP (no area code needed within Saskatchewan)
• Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or via www.saskcrimestoppers.com

Even small details—such as a possible sighting, a conversation, or a vehicle match—can be crucial in missing youth investigations.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, alerts involving missing children are among the most time-sensitive and critical for community safety. Rapid public awareness in places like Melfort, Saskatchewan crime and safety data show how important community engagement is when young people go missing. Sharing accurate descriptions, photos, and official contact information increases the chances of a safe outcome.

Residents in Melfort, Pelican Lake First Nation, and nearby regions are encouraged to stay alert when out in public spaces, on roadways, and around gathering places frequented by youth. If you believe you see Lestat or the orange Chevy Avalanche, do not approach or intervene directly—contact RCMP immediately using the numbers above. Prompt reporting helps police respond quickly while maintaining safety for everyone involved. Community vigilance and responsible reporting are key tools in helping bring missing children home safely.

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 saskatchewan 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.