Community Safety Alert: RCMP Searching for Missing 40-Year-Old Man from Plaster Rock, New Brunswick
Section 1: The Alert
The Perth-Andover RCMP are urgently asking for the public’s help to find 40-year-old Shawn Joseph Sullivan, who has been reported missing from Plaster Rock, New Brunswick. Police are worried about his wellbeing and are actively working to locate him.
According to investigators, Shawn was last seen on March 19, 2026, at around 11:30 a.m. at a residence on Tobique Street in Plaster Rock. He was reported missing later the same day. Despite following multiple investigative leads, officers have not yet been able to find him, and they are turning to the community for assistance.
Section 2: Official Details
The following information has been released by the Perth-Andover RCMP detachment regarding this missing person case:
- Missing person: Shawn Joseph Sullivan
- Age: 40 years old
- Home community: Plaster Rock, New Brunswick
- Last seen: Approximately 11:30 a.m. on March 19, 2026
- Last known location: A residence on Tobique Street, Plaster Rock, N.B.
Physical Description
- Height: About five feet seven inches (approximately 170 centimetres)
- Weight: About 161 pounds (approximately 73 kilograms)
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Brown
Clothing and Items Last Seen With
- Wearing a tan-coloured plaid jacket
- Carrying a dark backpack
- Photo: Not available at this time
How the Community Can Help
CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community to actively assist in this search. If you live in or travel through Plaster Rock, the Tobique Street area, or surrounding communities, please pay close attention to anyone matching this description.
If you have any information at all about where Shawn Joseph Sullivan might be—no matter how minor it may seem—contact the Perth-Andover RCMP immediately at 506-273-5000.
Do not share unverified information on social media or attempt to conduct your own search in risky areas. Always prioritize your safety and relay information directly to police.
Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
At CrimeCanada.ca, we view missing person alerts like this as critical community safety events. When someone is unaccounted for and police express concern for their wellbeing, timely public awareness can make the difference in locating them safely. Even a small observation—such as noticing someone who appears lost, distressed, or matching this description near a roadway, business, or wooded area—can become a key lead for investigators.
While our platform focuses on national crime and safety trends, including detailed community crime and safety statistics for smaller jurisdictions across Canada, cases like this highlight the importance of everyday vigilance. General safety practices include checking on neighbours and vulnerable community members, staying aware of those who may be traveling on foot in remote or rural areas, and promptly reporting any concerns to local police. By staying informed and engaged, residents of New Brunswick can help support police efforts and contribute to safer, more connected communities.
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.