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The Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crime Unit is investigating the disappearance of 18-year-old Melissa Harper, who was last contacted on Wednesday, Oct 21, and was known to be in Qualicum Beach. (Image Credit: BC RCMP)
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Major Crime Unit investigating missing 18-year-old woman out of Qualicum Beach

Oct 27, 2026 | 2:28 PM

QUALICUM BEACH — Police are looking for a missing 18-year-old woman whose disappearance is being considered suspicious.

The BC RCMP say Melissa Harper was last contacted on Wednesday, Oct. 21, and was last known to be in Qualicum Beach.

She’s described as 5’4″, 110 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes.

Police and family are concerned for her well-being, RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Alex Bérubé said.