Missing Person Cole Rioux Located
MISSING PERSON LOCATED
UPDATE # 2 - LONDON, ON (September 11, 2026) – A previously reported missing 19-year-old male has been located deceased outside of the city. The circumstances surrounding the death are being investigated by the Ontario Provincial Police. We kindly ask that all photographs of the missing person be removed from publication.
Our condolences are with the family and all those affected by this loss. We would like to thank the Ontario Provincial Police for their assistance.
UPDATE # 1 - LONDON, ON (September 1, 2026) – The London Police Service continues to search for missing person Cole Rioux and has received additional information.
Cole is believed to be driving a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta with Ontario licence plate AVXM 279. The vehicle is described as missing the Volkswagen emblem on the front and may also be missing a muffler. A photo of the vehicle has been included.
Police and family remain concerned for his welfare.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.
A person can be reported missing at any time. You do not need to wait 24 hours before you report someone missing. If you are concerned for someone’s immediate safety, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, you can report a person as missing to the London Police Service by calling the non-emergency number 519-661-5670.
ORIGINAL - LONDON, ON (August 28th, 2026) – The London Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 19-year-old Cole Rioux of London.
He is described as male, White, approximately 5’8”, 155lbs, slim build, with blue eyes, light brown buzz cut hair. He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, with pink or green shorts, and operating a black Volkswagen Jetta.
He was reported missing yesterday and was last seen yesterday at approximately 3:40 a.m., in the area of High Street and Moore Street.
Police and family are concerned for his welfare.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.
A person can be reported missing at any time. You do not need to wait 24 hours before you report someone missing. If you are concerned for someone’s immediate safety, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, you can report a person as missing to the London Police Service by calling the non-emergency number 519-661-5670.
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