Lévis police are searching for 14-year-old Justin Coulombe after his family reported him missing on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
The teenager was last seen at his residence on rue de Languedoc, near route Lallemand and boulevard Guillaume-Couture, according to information issued by the Service de police de la Ville de Lévis.
Police said the search was active Tuesday afternoon and that a command post had been established in the area.
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What police say about the missing teen
Justin Coulombe is described as wearing a black coat, a grey vest and black shoes.
Police said he may be travelling on a black-and-orange electric scooter.
The teenager did not attend school Tuesday, prompting concern because his absence was considered unusual, according to the police appeal.
Authorities established a search zone covering roughly 300 metres around the area where he was last reported.
The appeal did not provide further details about why Coulombe left home or indicate whether police believe a criminal incident occurred.
Public asked to contact police
Anyone who sees Coulombe or has information that could help locate him is asked to contact police immediately by calling 911.
Residents in the surrounding neighbourhood are encouraged to remain alert for the description provided by investigators, particularly near residential streets, schools, pathways and routes commonly used by electric scooters.
People who believe they have seen the teenager should avoid approaching him if doing so could create a safety concern.
Instead, they should note the exact location, direction of travel and time of the sighting before contacting emergency services.
Search remains focused in Lévis
The initial search area includes the sector around rue de Languedoc, route Lallemand and boulevard Guillaume-Couture.
Police have not announced whether the search has expanded beyond that zone or whether additional agencies have been requested to assist.
They also have not released information about a possible vehicle, cellphone location or other investigative evidence.
Those details may change as investigators assess new information and follow up on tips from the public.
The Service de police de la Ville de Lévis maintains a permanent police presence across the city and handles emergency calls through 911.
For non-urgent police matters, the city lists 418-832-2911 as the service’s telephone number.
What happens next
Police will continue checking the immediate area, following up on reported sightings and reviewing information provided by family members and members of the public.
Search operations involving a young person can change quickly as investigators receive new information.
Residents should rely on updates from the police service or the City of Lévis rather than sharing unverified descriptions or rumours online.
CTCNews.ca will update this report if police confirm that Coulombe has been located or issue new instructions for the public.
How to help
- Call 911 immediately if you see Justin Coulombe or have information about his whereabouts.
- Provide the location, time and direction of travel for any possible sighting.
- Share only confirmed information from police or municipal authorities.
- Do not interfere with the command post or active search areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is missing in Lévis?
Police are searching for 14-year-old Justin Coulombe.
Where was Justin Coulombe last seen?
He was last reported at a residence on rue de Languedoc near route Lallemand and boulevard Guillaume-Couture in Lévis.
What was Justin Coulombe wearing?
Police said he was wearing a black coat, a grey vest and black shoes.
Was Justin Coulombe travelling on a scooter?
Police said he may be travelling on a black-and-orange electric scooter.
How can the public help?
Anyone with information or a possible sighting should call 911 immediately and provide the location, time and direction of travel.
Fact-Checked: Key details were checked against the Service de police de la Ville de Lévis contact information and the public missing-person alert issued on October 13, 2026.
Disclaimer: This is a developing public-safety report, and details may change as police continue their search.