Comox Valley RCMP Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing Woman

October 9, 2026 - Comox Valley, British Columbia
From: Comox Valley RCMP

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The Comox Valley RCMP is requesting the public's assistance in locating 37-year old Ashlynne Patterson, who was reported missing on October 1, 2026.

Ashlynne was last known to be in the Courtenay area. She was last in touch with her family in August and is known to frequent several communities on Vancouver Island, particularly Nanaimo and Victoria. Investigators are currently following up on information that she may have been seen at the Port Place London Drugs location in Nanaimo between September 24 and September 30.

Ashlynne is described as:

• Caucasian female
• 5'9" (175 cm)
• Slim build
• Long black hair
• Hazel eyes
• Nose piercing through the center of her nose

Distinctive tattoos include:

• A baby footprint and several names tattooed on her neck/collarbone area
• The word "BOSS" tattooed on one hand
• Chinese lettering tattooed on the other hand

Police and family are concerned for Ashlynne's wellbeing and are asking anyone who may have seen her, or who has information regarding her whereabouts, to contact the Comox Valley RCMP at (250) 338-1321 and refer to file 2026-15701. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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