Justin McMillan

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Justin McMillan, a 33-year-old man from Keswick Ridge, New Brunswick, disappeared on December 19, 2022, and has remained missing for over three years. Last seen on Route 616 near his residence, McMillan's disappearance has generated ongoing RCMP investigation efforts and community concern. Despite multiple police leads and public appeals, no conclusive information regarding his location or fate has been disclosed. This report documents the known circumstances of his disappearance, identifies key details, explores potential scenarios, and synthesizes available community information and speculation.

CASE OVERVIEW

Basic Information

Name: Justin McMillan
Age at Disappearance: 33 years old
Date of Birth: 1989
Last Seen: December 19, 2022, approximately 2:00 PM
Location of Last Sighting: Near the roadway on Route 616, Keswick Ridge, New Brunswick
Date Reported Missing: December 26, 2022 (seven days after disappearance)
Current Status: Missing — active investigation
RCMP File Number: 2022064778

Contact and Reporting Information

Investigating Agency: Nackawic RCMP Detachment
RCMP Direct Line: 506-575-6200
Keswick RCMP: 506-357-4300
Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
Anonymous Tip Method: Crime Stoppers P3 Mobile App or www.crimenb.ca
General RCMP Line: 1-888-506-7267

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

Identifying Features

Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
Weight: Approximately 120 lbs
Build: Slender
Hair: Short brown hair (some sources mention ponytail configuration)
Eyes: Hazel, blue, or green (descriptions vary in official sources)
Distinguishing Marks:
- Cross tattoo beneath left eye
- Teardrop tattoo beneath right eye
- Spider tattoo on left side of neck
- Visible missing teeth (noted in some missing person distributions)

Clothing at Time of Disappearance

Navy blue winter jacket
Grey sweater
Black T-shirt
Black overalls
Brown pleather shoes

GEOGRAPHIC AND CONTEXTUAL INFORMATION

Keswick Ridge, New Brunswick

Keswick Ridge is a small, rural community located in York County, New Brunswick, situated approximately 20 kilometers upstream from Fredericton. With a 2011 census population of 1,526 residents, the community is characterized by agricultural activity—particularly apple growing—and is known locally as "The Ridge" or "God's Country" for its picturesque scenery. The community occupies a ridge between the Keswick River and Mactaquac Headpond, maintaining strong Loyalist heritage dating to early American settlement patterns.

Route 616, which runs through Keswick Ridge and marks the location where Justin McMillan was last seen, has been identified in transportation surveys as one of Atlantic Canada's poorest-maintained roadways, ranking among the top worst roads in the region for both 2017 and 2018. The rural nature of the area and road conditions may have relevance to the investigation.

TIMELINE OF EVENTS

Date	Event
December 19, 2022, 2:00 PM	Justin McMillan last seen near Route 616, Keswick Ridge
December 19-26, 2022	Seven-day period with no reported police involvement
December 26, 2022	Family or acquaintances report McMillan missing to RCMP
2023-2024	RCMP pursues multiple investigative leads without conclusive results
December 2024	RCMP issues public appeal renewal (two years post-disappearance)
January 2026	Case remains active; investigation ongoing

INVESTIGATION STATUS

Police Actions and Findings

The Nackawic RCMP has stated publicly that officers pursued several investigative leads following McMillan's disappearance report. However, the specific nature of these leads, evidence collected, or investigative directions have not been disclosed in public statements. The RCMP has expressed concern for McMillan's well-being, a phrasing commonly used when foul play or harm cannot be ruled out.

As of December 2024—approximately two years after the initial report—the RCMP renewed its public appeal for information, indicating that the case remains officially unsolved and that investigators continue to seek any details that might advance the investigation, "no matter how minor they may appear."

Significant Gap in Reporting

A notable aspect of this case involves the seven-day delay between McMillan's disappearance on December 19, 2022, and the formal police report filed on December 26, 2022. This timeframe raises questions about:

Why the delay occurred
Who reported him missing
What circumstances or observations prompted the eventual police notification
What activities or communications may have occurred during the gap

This delay could have implications for investigative leads, witness accounts, and the collection of time-sensitive evidence.

ANALYSIS OF POSSIBLE SCENARIOS

Given the available information, several scenarios warrant consideration. It is important to note that without confirmed evidence or official investigative conclusions, these remain speculative assessments based on patterns observed in similar disappearances.

Scenario 1: Voluntary Departure / Self-Imposed Absence

Likelihood Assessment: Moderate

Some individuals disappear voluntarily due to personal crisis, relationship breakdown, financial distress, or desire for a fresh start. Factors supporting this scenario:

The lack of any reported signs of struggle or distress near the disappearance location
The controlled nature of his departure (seen near roadway, not in circumstances suggesting duress)
No disclosed threats or conflicts reported in public statements
The seven-day reporting gap suggests family may not have initially suspected immediate danger

Factors against this scenario:

Over three years without contact would be unusually prolonged for a voluntary absence
No documentation of bank activity, ID use, or employment records disclosed
No sightings reported in other jurisdictions
Social media absence or account activity not disclosed

Scenario 2: Accidental Injury or Environmental Hazard

Likelihood Assessment: Moderate-High

Given the rural setting, December weather conditions, and proximity to water bodies (Keswick River, Mactaquac Headpond), accidental injury remains plausible:

Exposure to winter conditions (December in New Brunswick averages -5°C with snow)
Potential for fall or injury in unfamiliar terrain
Proximity to water bodies creates drowning risk
Poor road conditions on Route 616 could indicate accident potential

Supporting factors:

Rural, wooded terrain with limited immediate assistance
December weather conditions could impair survival
Search efforts may not have covered all terrain thoroughly
Body recovery in water bodies can be delayed seasonally

Scenario 3: Foul Play / Criminal Activity

Likelihood Assessment: Cannot Be Ruled Out

The RCMP's public concern for well-being and continued investigation suggests this possibility is not being dismissed:

Unknown interactions between McMillan and others
Potential conflict or altercation
Community crime statistics showing periodic criminal activity in the Keswick Ridge area
The controlled disappearance (last seen near roadway) could indicate an encounter with someone

No evidence of specific threats or known conflicts has been disclosed, but the absence of public information does not confirm the absence of investigative concerns.

Scenario 4: Medical Emergency or Mental Health Crisis

Likelihood Assessment: Moderate

Some individuals experience mental health episodes that impair judgment and lead to wandering behavior:

The RCMP's public statements regarding welfare concerns may suggest possible health factors
Winter weather response to crisis can lead to isolation and self-harm
Mental health services availability in rural New Brunswick may be limited
Episode could have rendered him unable to communicate or seek help

COMMUNITY CONTEXT AND SPECULATION

Social Media and Online Discussion

Justin McMillan's case has generated attention on several platforms:

Canada Missing Persons Instagram Account: Posts about the case with physical description and details
Reddit Community: r/Canada_Missing_Person hosts discussion threads about McMillan, including user-generated speculation
Facebook Groups: Multiple missing person groups in New Brunswick have shared information and pleas for tips
Missing & Unsolved New Brunswick Website: Case listed with contact information and basic details

Community Sentiment

Online discussions and community response indicate:

Concern for McMillan's safety among residents
Frustration over the lack of resolution after multiple years
Queries about investigative progress and leads
Speculation about possible explanations for his disappearance
Supports for family members and search efforts

Unanswered Public Questions

Based on community discussion and accessible information, several questions remain outstanding:

What specific investigative leads did police pursue?
Why was there a seven-day delay before reporting?
Were there any sightings reported after December 19?
Has any evidence been recovered?
What was McMillan's state of mind in the weeks before disappearance?
Were there known conflicts or concerns in his personal life?
Has forensic analysis of the disappearance location been disclosed?

OFFICIAL MISSING PERSON PROFILE DATA

RCMP National Missing Persons Registry

McMillan's case is registered with:

Canadian RCMP Missing Persons Database
National Centre for Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains (NCMPUR)
Regional alerts through Atlantic Canada law enforcement networks

His case aligns with statistics indicating that:

56% of missing adult reports in Canada (2024) involve males
New Brunswick reported 675 missing adult cases in 2024
Most missing adults are located within one week; cases exceeding three years represent a smaller percentage

FACTORS AFFECTING INVESTIGATION AND RECOVERY

Rural Location Challenges

Limited immediate emergency services response capability
Terrain difficulty for search operations
Seasonal weather impacts on evidence preservation
Smaller community population reducing witness pool

Temporal Factors

Seven-day reporting delay reduced immediate investigative window
Three-year time span increases evidence degradation
Seasonal weather cycles (winter conditions in December) affect search viability
Extended time allows potential relocation or environmental changes

Investigative Limitations

No disclosed forensic evidence
Limited public information release
Possibility of jurisdiction coordination issues
Resource constraints in rural detachment operations

RESOURCES AND ONGOING EFFORTS

How to Provide Information

For those with potential information:

Contact Nackawic RCMP directly: 506-575-6200
Call Crime Stoppers anonymously: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
Use Crime Stoppers P3 Mobile App for anonymous submission
Submit tips through Crime Stoppers web portal: www.crimenb.ca
Call general RCMP line: 1-888-506-7267

Supporting Missing Person Investigations

Community members can assist by:

Sharing missing person alerts on personal social media
Reporting any historical information about McMillan's activities
Providing photographic or documentary evidence from the December 2022 timeframe
Contributing to community search efforts if organized by authorities
Supporting family members through available community services

CONCLUSION

Justin McMillan's disappearance on December 19, 2022, remains one of New Brunswick's unsolved missing person cases. After more than three years of investigation, the Nackawic RCMP continues to seek information while maintaining that all leads remain under review. The rural location, seasonal weather conditions, and seven-day reporting delay have likely complicated investigative efforts.

Without access to restricted law enforcement information, definitive conclusions regarding McMillan's fate cannot be drawn. However, the continued police appeal and public concern indicate the case remains active and that resolution remains possible with new information from community members.

The circumstances of his disappearance—a mid-afternoon sighting near a rural roadway followed by days without contact—are consistent with multiple scenarios ranging from voluntary absence to accidental injury to criminal activity. Each possibility carries different implications for investigation strategy and recovery probability.

As of January 2026, Justin McMillan remains missing and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Nackawic RCMP or Crime Stoppers with any details that might assist in locating him.

APPENDIX: KEY CONTACTS

Agency	Phone	Purpose
Nackawic RCMP	506-575-6200	Direct investigation contact
Keswick RCMP	506-357-4300	Local detachment
Crime Stoppers	1-800-222-TIPS (8477)	Anonymous tips
RCMP General	1-888-506-7267	General information
Crime Stoppers Online	www.crimenb.ca	Web-based tip submission

Report compiled from public RCMP statements, media reports, and community information sources. This report is intended for informational purposes and does not constitute official law enforcement analysis. For official case information, contact the Nackawic RCMP directly.