Caitlin Murray
On September 30, 2013, 21-year-old Caitlyn Avril Murray vanished under mysterious circumstances in Quesnel, British Columbia. Over a decade later, her disappearance remains unsolved, leaving her family and community searching for answers.
The Night Caitlyn Disappeared
In the early hours of September 30, 2013, surveillance footage captured Caitlyn parking her car near the Fraser Bridge Inn in West Quesnel at approximately 12:45 a.m. She was last seen walking toward the historic footbridge that spans the Fraser River. Her car was later found with no keys, phone, or personal belongings inside .Caitlin Murray is described as Caucasian, five feet tall, 120 pounds, slim build, has Blonde hair and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing black lululemon pants, a blue T shirt and a hoodie. Prior to her disappearance, Caitlyn had sent text messages to friends expressing distress and thoughts of self-harm. However, about 45 minutes later, she messaged again, stating she was tired and heading home to sleep . Despite extensive searches by RCMP, Search and Rescue teams, and community volunteers, no trace of Caitlyn was found .
Theories and Family’s Perspective
Authorities initially suspected suicide, given Caitlyn’s emotional state and the location she was last seen. However, her family challenges this theory, noting that individuals who have jumped from the footbridge were typically found within days, and no evidence supports this conclusion in Caitlyn’s case .Caitlyn had recently ended an abusive relationship, which her family believes may be connected to her disappearance . They argue that the absence of surveillance footage from the center of the bridge and the lack of physical evidence leave room for alternative explanations, including foul play .
Ongoing Search and Community Support
Caitlyn’s mother, Carmen Carr, has been a relentless advocate in the search for her daughter. She established a Facebook page, “Please Help Find Caitlyn Avril Murray,” to coordinate search efforts and share updates . The community has held vigils and events to raise awareness, including lighting the footbridge in purple, Caitlyn’s favorite color. Despite the passage of time, Caitlyn’s case remains open.
RCMP are asking anyone who may have seen Murray or know of her whereabouts, are asked to call the Quesnel RCMP Detachment at (250) 992- 9211. If you would like to remain anonymous, please call CRIME STOPPERS at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
