Lévis Police Search for Missing Teenager in Quebec

Police in Lévis, Quebec, are searching for 14-year-old Justin Coulombe after he disappeared from his family residence on October 13, 2026. The Service de police de la Ville de Lévis (SPVL) launched a search operation after being notified in the morning and said there are concerns for his safety.

According to the SPVL, Justin was last seen at his residence on Languedoc Street in the area of Route Lallemand and Guillaume-Couture Boulevard. He was wearing a black coat, gray sweater and black shoes, and was believed to be traveling with a black and orange electric scooter.

The police established a command post and conducted ground searches around the last known location. The operation included about 15 patrol officers and two investigators, according to Radio-Canada, while officers continued searching across the city.

"The necessary police officers for the 300-meter search were deployed," said Jean-Sébastien Levan, spokesperson for the Service de police de la Ville de Lévis.

Levan said officers completed an initial detailed search of the 300-meter area around the last known location before expanding efforts throughout Lévis. Police also carried out cellular location measures as part of the investigation.

"We have reasons to fear for his safety," said Jean-Sébastien Levan, spokesperson for the Service de police de la Ville de Lévis.

The SPVL released the teenager's identity and photo to seek assistance from the public. Police said the circumstances of the disappearance had not yet been determined, including whether it involved a runaway situation or another factor.

"Justin was last seen yesterday October 12 at his residence on Languedoc Street in the area of Route Lallemand and Guillaume-Couture Boulevard. Justin wears a black coat, a gray sweater, black shoes. He travels with a black and orange electric scooter," the Service de police de la Ville de Lévis said.