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Missing Person Alert: Search for Kira Hammerstrom in Prince George
Ongoing RCMP Search for 23-Year-Old Woman
The Prince George RCMP Serious Crime Unit is continuing an intensive search for 23-year-old Kira Louise Margaret Hammerstrom, who was first reported missing on May 13, 2026. Investigators have worked through the weekend to gather new information and are now releasing updated photos that show what she was wearing on the morning she was last known to be seen.
Police are focusing on the timeframe and movements of Kira on the morning of May 13 and are asking anyone who may have seen her, or has any information about her whereabouts, to contact them immediately. This remains an active and ongoing missing person investigation, and Kira’s family and friends are extremely concerned for her well-being.
Help Locate Kira Hammerstrom – Community Assistance Needed
Crime Canada is issuing this Community Safety Alert to urge residents in and around Prince George, British Columbia to be vigilant and to carefully review the updated images and clothing details provided by the RCMP. Even a small detail or partial sighting from the morning of May 13 could assist investigators in tracing Kira’s movements.
If you live, work, or travel frequently in northern communities, your awareness can make a critical difference in missing person cases like this. Broader Canadian context, including data from communities such as Keremeos, British Columbia crime and safety statistics, shows how essential community participation is in timely reporting and resolution of such investigations.
Official RCMP Details
The Prince George RCMP Serious Crime Unit continues to investigate the disappearance of Kira Louise Margaret Hammerstrom, missing since May 13, 2026. Over the recent weekend, investigators obtained video surveillance that captured Kira’s appearance on the morning she was last known to be seen.
Updated Appearance from Surveillance (Morning of May 13, 2026)
In the newly released images, Kira is seen inside a store. Police note that they believe she may have changed clothing later that same day, but they are releasing these details to help jog the public’s memory about potential sightings from that morning.

- Wearing a black, short-sleeve t-shirt.
- Wearing grey sweatpants.
- Footwear: black flip flops.
- Socks: one black sock and one red sock.
- Carrying a black crossbody bag with a green toy attached to the bag.
The RCMP emphasize that a fuller description of Kira and what she was last reported to be wearing is available in a previous media release connected to this investigation. This case remains open and active.
How to Contact Police or Crime Stoppers
IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION about the whereabouts of Kira Margaret Louise Hammerstrom or recall seeing someone matching this description, you are urged to take action immediately:
- Contact your local police department and reference this missing person investigation involving the Prince George RCMP Serious Crime Unit.
- Or call Northern B.C. Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) if you wish to remain anonymous.
The RCMP specifically request that anyone with information speak directly with a police officer through the Prince George RCMP non-emergency line or via their local detachment, so that investigators can follow up promptly.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, missing person investigations like this in British Columbia highlight how crucial quick public response and information-sharing are for community safety. When someone goes missing, especially under uncertain circumstances, the first hours and days are often the most important for gathering sightings and tips. Residents who pay attention to official alerts, share accurate information, and report what they have seen help strengthen safety across northern B.C. and beyond.
We encourage community members to stay informed about local safety patterns, much like we do for other Canadian communities covered in our national statistics, such as those in Newfoundland communities like Port Kirwan crime statistics and safety data. In any region, practical steps include keeping recent photos of loved ones, agreeing on regular check-ins, and reporting unusual absences or concerning behaviour to police as early as possible. Your attentiveness can support families in crisis and assist police in bringing missing people 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 british-columbia 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.

