Iyan Ward Brertton, 35, was last in contact with family on April 19, 2024. An Indigenous man connected to Saddle Lake, Alberta, he spent time in central and west Edmonton and often used public transit and shelters. His family did not report him missing to Edmonton Police Service until January 20, 2025.

Iyan is described as slender, 5 feet 9 inches, about 134 pounds, with brown eyes and short straight black hair, and he wore glasses. Distinctive tattoos include BRERTTON on his right forearm; a faded cross with the initials IB on his left forearm; a bear paw on the left side of his chest; and the number 2 on the right side. Investigations since the report have not located him.

The months between April 19, 2024 and the January 20, 2025 report remain unexplained. If anyone saw Iyan in Edmonton or has information about his movements during that period, please come forward.