Darius Macdougall has been reported missing. (Photo: Crowsnest Pass RCMP)

By David Opinko

Crowsnest Pass RCMP searching for missing five-year-old boy

Sep 22, 2025 | 8:20 AM

The RCMP is asking for help in locating a missing child.

At 11:33 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, the Crowsnest Pass detachment received a report of a missing five-year-old boy.

They say Darius Macdougall was last seen walking with his family 2.5 miles south of Crowsnest Pass near the Island Lake Campground.

“Darius has a medical issue which may prevent him from responding to others,” says the RCMP.

RCMP and conservation officers are searching the area, along with multiple search and rescue agencies, and are being supported by drones, dogs and helicopters.

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Macdougall is described as four feet tall, short brown hair, and was last seen wearing a blue/grey hoodie and sweats.

Anyone who has seen Macdougall or has information on his whereabouts is asked to call Crowsnest Pass RCMP at 403-562-2866.

Tips can also be submitted online to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at P3Tips.com, or by using the P3 Tips mobile app.