Canadian police are investigating the death of actor Stewart McLean, known for appearing on Netflix’s “Virgin River,” after his disappearance is treated as a homicide. Multiple outlets report that McLean was reported missing on May 18 after he had not been seen since May 15. Squamish RCMP initially handled the case as a missing-person report and later uncovered evidence that led investigators to transfer it to a homicide unit. The case is described as an Integrated Homicide Investigation involving Canadian authorities. Reports also state that McLean’s remains were found in the Lions Bay area of British Columbia. Several outlets say the discovery follows about a week after he was first reported missing, with at least one report describing the identification occurring shortly after homicide concerns were raised. Family, friends, and industry contacts are referenced in coverage as reacting to his death, and at least one outlet includes remarks from an acquaintance. No official motive or suspect is reported in the provided accounts, and authorities continue the investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.