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By CKPG News

Missing person

Man located deceased

Jan 30, 2026 | 11:21 AM

QUESNEL — Update: RCMP say Engel, who was reported missing to the Quesnel RCMP on Friday, January 2, 2026, was located on Friday, February 6, 2026, and sadly is deceased.

Police do not suspect criminality, and the investigation has been turned over to the BC Coroners Service.

The Quesnel RCMP wishes to thank the public for their assistance and extend their condolences to the family during this difficult time.

Earlier: Mounties in Quesnel need the public’s help locating a missing person.

Police say 55-year-old Mathew Bruce Engel, who was reported missing January 2, 2026, last made contact with family on December 27, 2025. Mathew has not been heard from since. 

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Mathew is described as:

• 55 years old
• grey / dirty blonde hair
• 178cm
• 86kg 

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Mathew Bruce Engel is urged to contact the Quesnel RCMP at (250) 992-9211 and reference file 2026-30 or through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477