Police appeal for tips as search intensifies
The Langley RCMP is asking the public to help locate four-year-old Ryan Atlas Andrews, who was reported missing on July 16, 2026. Investigators say the child was last seen Wednesday and is believed to be with his mother, Alisse Andrews. Officers are urging anyone who spots them or their vehicle to contact police immediately and not to approach.
According to a release shared with media, investigators believe the pair may be travelling in a black 2021 Nissan Qashqai bearing B.C. licence plate RV003L. Police have circulated a physical description of the child and are appealing for timely tips from the public to help narrow the search.
Child and vehicle description
Ryan is described as a Caucasian male with brown hair and hazel eyes. He stands approximately 91 centimetres tall and weighs about 23 kilograms. Officers say the child is believed to be travelling with his mother in the vehicle noted below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Child | Ryan Atlas Andrews, 4 |
| Height | 91 cm |
| Weight | ~23 kg |
| Hair / Eyes | Brown hair / Hazel eyes |
| Last seen | Wednesday (reported missing July 16, 2026) |
| With | Believed to be with mother, Alisse Andrews |
| Vehicle | Black 2021 Nissan Qashqai, B.C. plate RV003L |
What police are asking the public to do
Investigators are requesting that residents across Langley and surrounding communities remain alert for the described vehicle and child. Police stress that members of the public who see Ryan, his mother, or the black Nissan Qashqai (RV003L) should avoid any direct contact and instead notify the Langley RCMP right away so officers can respond.
- Watch for a black 2021 Nissan Qashqai with B.C. plate RV003L.
- Be mindful of a four-year-old boy with brown hair and hazel eyes, about 91 cm tall and 23 kg.
- Do not approach; contact Langley RCMP immediately if seen.
Community vigilance and next steps
Cases involving missing young children routinely prompt a broad response from police and the community, where timely information is essential. Even seemingly minor observations—such as spotting a vehicle matching the plate or make and model—can help investigators narrow search areas and confirm recent movements. Police say the information now publicly released is intended to mobilize that vigilance while ensuring interactions remain safe for the child and the public.
The RCMP has not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the disappearance. Authorities often limit public information in active investigations to protect the integrity of the search and the safety of those involved. As the search continues, residents are encouraged to remain attentive to the descriptions provided and to share credible sightings promptly with police.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Ryan Atlas Andrews, Alisse Andrews, or the black 2021 Nissan Qashqai (RV003L) is asked to contact the Langley RCMP without delay.
