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Unsolved cases in Nova Scotia

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Allan Kenley Matheson

Vanished While Attending Acadia University

UCF #104200180
Location: Wolfville, Nova Scotia

File: Disappearance of Allan Kenley Matheson

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Dave T.

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Sadie Mae Rogers

Stabbed Multiple Times

UCF #104200190
Location: Amherst, Nova Scotia

File: Homicide of 80-Year-Old Sadie Mae Rogers

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Jessica B.

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Lynda Anne Comeau

The Body Was Discovered Discovered Within the Residence

UCF #104200183
Location: Weymouth North, Nova Scotia

File: Homicide of Lynda Anne Comeau

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Jessica B.

On September 1, 2016, at 3 p.m., the Digby RCMP received a call for assistance at a residence on Fort Point Road, Weymouth North, NS. The body of Lynda Comeau, 63, was discovered within the residence. It was determined that Lynda Anne Comeau's death was as a result of an injury and the manner of the death was ruled a homicide.

Police believe there are persons who have information that could result in an arrest and possible charges. Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the homicide of Ms. Lynda Anne Comeau should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

Rachel Joy MacQuarrie

Last Seen On Sept. 25, 1997 In The Halifax Area

UCF #104200209
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

File: $150K Reward For Information On Rachel Joy MacQuarrie's Killer

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Donavan C.

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Jason Corey Walters

Last Seen in Dartmouth on December 25, 1997

UCF #104200204
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

File: What Happened to Jason Corey Walters?

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Donavan C.

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Vincent Pius Griffin

Discovered deceased in his vehicle

UCF #104200203
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Homicide of Vincent Pius Griffin

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Philip G.

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Christine Marjorie McLean

Body Was Discovered Lying In Bushes

UCF #104200155
Location: Cherrybrook, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Murder of Christine Marjorie McLean

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Dave T.

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Kimberly McAndrew

Punched the clock at 4:21 p.m

UCF #104200065
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Disappearance Of Kimberly McAndrew

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Matt N.

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Donald David Snelgrove

Assaulted prior to his death

UCF #104200127
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Murder of Donald David Snelgrove

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Mike P.

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Jerell Aaron Wright

Shot standing in driveway

UCF #104200118
Location: Preston, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Homicide of Jerell Aaron Wright

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Ruth D.

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Jonathan Reader

Found lying in the roadway

UCF #104200124
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Homicide of Jonathan Reader

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Donavan C.

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Leonette Purcell

Has not been seen since 2004

UCF #104200136
Location: Grand Lake, Nova Scotia

File: Disappearance of Leonette Purcell

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Jessica B.

Leonette Purcell, a 56-year-old homemaker, has not been seen or heard from since she disappeared on December 16, 2004, from her Grand Lake home situated near the Halifax International Airport. Items in the Purcells' home appeared out of place or disturbed contrary to normal routine.

An extensive search in the area of Grand Lake failed to reveal her whereabouts. Her personal banking and communications devices have not been accessed since her disappearance.

Laura Lee Cross

Human remains found

UCF #104200142
Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

File: Disappearance and Death of Laura Lee Cross

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Jenny B.

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Jean Hilda Myra

Body found under a set of stairs

UCF #104200145
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Homicide of Jean Hilda Myra

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Mike P.

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Kevin Wesley Martin

Body discovered burried in shallow grave

UCF #104200147
Location: Stellarton, Nova Scotia

File: Disappearance and Death of Kevin Wesley Martin

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Duncan M.

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Richard Joseph and Gail Marie Stone Marriott

Shot dead inside their home

UCF #104200152
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Double Homicide of Richard Joseph and Gail Marie

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Mike P.

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Kevin James Petrie

Victim of a Home Invasion

UCF #104200157
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Murder of Kevin James Petrie

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Brenton M.

On March 28, 2004, at approximately 1:00 pm, police responded to a report that a male was having unknown medical problems at 7132 Spruce Street, Halifax. Upon police arrival, the victim, Kevin Petrie, was observed in medical distress. Petrie was transported to the QEII Hospital, where he later died.

November 26, 2020 - Halifax Regional Police say they continue to investigate the murder of Kevin James Petrie, 16 years later. Police are hoping the passage of time will encourage someone to come forward with information about the case.

Zachery Lefave

Last seen along the side of Highway 334,

UCF #104200244
Location: Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia

File: $150,000 Reward For Information Leading To The Missing Nova Scotia Man

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Cameron N. P.

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Josiah Kaelin Sparks

Foul Play Suspected

UCF #104200163
Location: Lake Loon, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Case of Josiah Kaelin Sparks

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Brenton M.

On September 14, 2017, members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police responded to an address on Cherry Brook Road, Lake Loon, to a report of family members having located the body of Josiah Sparks. Investigators believe that Josiah Sparks met with foul play sometime between the dates of September 11 and September 14, 2017.

Police believe there are persons who have information that could result in an arrest and possible charges. Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the homicide of Josiah Kaelin Sparks should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

Michael Leonard Hamm

Fatally Shot

UCF #104200164
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Homicide Of Michael Leonard Hamm

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Dave T.

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Benjamin "Loka" Lokeny

Found Laying On The Ground

UCF #104200168
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Benjamin Lokeny Death In Halifax Ruled A Homicide

Status: SOLVED
Contributor: Adama G.

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Edward William Phalen

Shot and Killed at Home

UCF #104200173
Location: Trenton/Pictou County, Nova Scotia

File: The Murder Of Edward William Phalen Added To Rewards For Unsolved Crimes Program

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Duncan M.

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Pictou County

Ground Search For Missing Pictou County Kids Ends, For Now

Harold James "Buster" Slaunwhite

Found Murdered In His Residence

UCF #104200175
Location: Dominion, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Homicide of Harold James "Buster" Slaunwhite

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Duncan M.

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Steven Michael Hall

Body Was Discovered In a Wooded Area

UCF #104200178
Location: Chester, Nova Scotia

File: Mystery Continues to Surround the Murder of Steven Hall

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Jeffrey A.

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Andrea Lynn King

Last heard from Halifax International Airport

UCF #104200206
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Unsolved Homicide of Andrea Lynn King

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Mike P.

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Michael Gerald Steele

Has not been seen since his 39th birthday on March 14, 2019

UCF #104200238
Location: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

File: Disappearance Of Michael Gerald Steele

Status: UNSOLVED
Contributor: Mike P.

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Judy Parks

Was last seen

UCF #104200269
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

File: Disappearance And Murder Of Judy Parks

Status: COLD CASE
Contributor: Adama G.

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