News release

Burnaby RCMP renews plea for information in search for missing 11-year-old

October 9, 2025 - Burnaby, British Columbia
From: Burnaby RCMP

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The Burnaby RCMP is renewing its plea for information and is sharing additional photos and a family statement as part of the ongoing investigation to locate missing 11-year-old Kai Pavlovic.

On September 26, 2025, Burnaby RCMP received a request for a well-being check for Kai. Investigators have spoken with Kai’s family members and have reason to believe Kai is staying with a caretaker who police are actively working to identify.

“We believe there are people who know who this caretaker is, and where they are located, and we are appealing to them to come forward and speak to police,” said Burnaby RCMP Media Relations Officer Cpl. Laura Hirst. “Our number one priority is to find Kai and confirm his safety and well-being.”

Investigators are also hoping to speak to community members who may have had interactions with Kai as part of his daily routine. In particular, we want to speak to any adults or parents whose children have been participating in playdates, sports, and/or extra curricular activities with Kai. We would also like to speak to any operators or instructors from sports or activities which Kai has been involved in.

“Our officers have been working non-stop to locate Kai and are employing a number of techniques to gather information and help move the investigation forward,” said Cpl. Hirst, “The best way for the public to help us is to keep an eye out for Kai and contact us immediately if they have any information on his whereabouts.”

Investigators remain in close communication with members of Kai’s family and his extended family, who wished to share a statement about him with the public.

“Kai is a bright, curious, outgoing and kind little boy who loves to climb trees, build forts and learn to sail.  He is a friend to all animals and particularly adores horses, cats and dogs.

Kai's family in New Zealand love him dearly, and they are asking anyone with any information on Kai's location to please immediately contact Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999"

Burnaby RCMP is also sharing additional images of Kai as part of the investigation. He is described as being approximately 5’0”, with a thin build, and brown hair.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Kai Pavlovic is urged to contact the Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999 or their local police.

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