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RCMP Call Off 11-Day Search for Missing Alberta Boy Near Crowsnest Pass

Investigators will pursue tips after exhaustive multi-agency sweeps found no trace of six-year-old Darius Macdougall.

Overview

  • Police said if the child remains in the search area he is believed to be dead.
  • The operation covered about 22 square kilometres of rugged terrain with helicopters, drones, dogs and underwater teams.
  • Search teams tailored tactics to his autism, including playing a favourite song and avoiding loud noises.
  • RCMP reported no indication of foul play and asked the public to provide any information or footage.
  • Darius was reported missing on Sept. 21 after failing to return from a walk with young relatives near Island Lake Campground.