Community Alert: Search Ongoing for Missing Canoeist on Teslin River

Urgent Search for Missing German Canoeist in Yukon

The Whitehorse RCMP and Yukon Search and Rescue are conducting an extensive search for Dominic Bandorski, a 31-year-old visitor from Germany who went missing while on a solo canoe trip on the Teslin River in Yukon. On June 11, 2026, police received a report of a capsized canoe on the river, along with camping gear, an inReach device, and a lifejacket discovered with the vessel.

The search operation has been active since Thursday evening, with efforts continuing into Friday by air, water, and land. RCMP investigators believe it is possible that Dominic may have reached shore and become separated from his canoe and equipment, and are urging anyone in the wider Teslin River corridor or along adjacent roadways to be alert for any sign of him.

Official Details and Description

According to the Yukon RCMP, Dominic Bandorski began his solo canoe trip on the Teslin River from Johnsons Crossing on June 4, 2026. The overturned canoe and associated gear were reported on June 11, 2026.

Search resources currently deployed include:

• RCMP Search and Rescue personnel transported by helicopter to search along the Teslin River corridor.
• RCMP members conducting searches of the river by boat.
• Ground searches of trails and shoreline using ATVs.
• Deployment of an RCMP Police Service Dog team.
• Support from Yukon Search and Rescue (YSAR) volunteers.

Missing person details – Dominic Bandorski:

• Age: 31 years old
• Height: 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm)
• Weight: 165 lbs (75 kg)
• Nationality: Germany

RCMP note that Dominic may have made it to land, or his canoe and supplies may have drifted away while he was already ashore. Anyone travelling on the Teslin River, camping or hiking near the river, or driving nearby sections of highway is asked to remain highly vigilant.

Crime Canada Community – Your Help Is Urgently Needed

CrimeCanada.ca is calling on residents, visitors, and outdoor users in the Yukon to assist with this urgent missing person search. If you are boating, paddling, fishing, camping, or travelling roads near the Teslin River or the Teslin area, please watch carefully for any sign of Dominic or his belongings.

If you have seen Dominic Bandorski, spoken with him, or have any information about his whereabouts since June 3, 2026, please contact your local RCMP detachment immediately. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can provide tips through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Contact details for information:

• Local RCMP Detachment: Call your nearest RCMP office with any sightings or relevant information.
• Crime Stoppers (Anonymous): 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)

The Teslin region is a popular outdoor and paddling destination. For broader safety and crime context in the area, residents and travellers can review Teslin, Yukon crime statistics and safety data compiled by CrimeCanada.ca. Understanding local conditions, risks, and response patterns can help community members make more informed decisions when planning remote trips.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this incident highlights the importance of preparedness and community vigilance during backcountry and river expeditions in the Yukon. Remote waterways like the Teslin River offer limited immediate help if something goes wrong, and changing weather, cold water, and isolation all increase risk. Carrying communication tools, sharing a detailed trip plan with trusted contacts, wearing a lifejacket, and checking in at agreed times are all essential safety practices.

Equally important is the role of the community. When a paddler or hiker is reported missing, the speed and accuracy of information from people in the area can greatly influence search outcomes. If you notice abandoned gear, an unattended campsite, or someone who appears disoriented or in distress, report it promptly to the RCMP. By staying aware and engaged, Yukoners and visitors alike help create a safer outdoor environment for everyone who enjoys Canada’s remote rivers and wilderness.

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 yukon 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.