Update – Sept. 6, 2025

Wood Buffalo RCMP report that they have made contact with missing person Rebecca Ann Bird and confirmed she is safe and no longer missing.

This concludes a confusing case where police initially reported Rebecca had been found safe on Sept. 3, then issued a correction stating she remained missing and apologized for confusion. The 36-year-old woman was originally reported missing Aug. 31 and was last seen in Fort McMurray on Aug. 6.

Alberta RCMP thank the public and media for their assistance and understanding throughout the search. No further information was provided.

Wood Buffalo RCMP clarify Rebecca Ann Bird still missing

Update – Sept. 5, 2025

Wood Buffalo RCMP clarify that missing person 36-year-old Rebecca Ann Bird remains missing and apologize for any confusion caused by earlier reports.

Police had mistakenly reported Sept. 3 that Rebecca had been found safe. However, she continues to be missing and officers still need public assistance in locating her.

Rebecca was reported missing Aug. 31 and was last seen in Fort McMurray on Aug. 6. Police say there is concern for her well-being.

Rebecca has a fair complexion, brown hair, brown eyes, stands five feet five inches tall and weighs 134 pounds. She has many tattoos.

Anyone with information about Rebecca Bird’s whereabouts should contact Wood Buffalo RCMP at 780-788-4000 or 310-RCMP (7267).

Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.P3Tips.com. They can also use the P3 Tips app available through the Apple App or Google Play stores.

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