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Homicide of Michael Leo Resk

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Michael Leo RESK

Homicide
DOB: 14/08/1918

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Michael Leo RESK.

On December 9, 1955, at approximately 2 a.m., police responded to a report from a taxi driver, who reported spotting a delivery van parked on Acadia Street, near Roome Street, in an unusual manner. Upon police arrival, the victim, Michael Leo Resk, was found murdered in the back of the delivery van, being the victim of gun shot wounds.

The investigation revealed the victim and his brother owned and operated a store on Gottingen Street, Halifax. The victim usually left his house on Poplar Street late in the evening to go to his store to assist his brother in locking up for the night. On this particular evening, Mr. Resk never made it to the store. 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 murder of Michael Leo RESK should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Homicide of Jonathan Reader

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Jonathan READER

Homicide
DOB: 23/10/1985

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Jonathan READER.

At approximately 04:10 am on August 7, 2005 Jonathan READER was found lying in the roadway at the intersection of Radcliffe Drive and Dunbrack Street in Halifax. Mr. READER was unconscious and bleeding and was transported to hospital by ambulance where he died a short time later. Autopsy determined that Mr. READER was the victim of a homicide inflicted by blunt force trauma and police believe that the incident occurred at the location he was found.

The investigation has revealed that Mr. READER had been in the downtown of Halifax and attended the Pacifico Bar and Grill with some friends and left at approximately 01:57 am with a female who has not been identified to this point. Mr. READER was last observed to be by himself at approximately 03:20 am on Dutch Village Road walking toward Lacewood Drive in Halifax.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Jonathan READER should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Missing Person Leonette Marie Purcell

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Leonette Marie PURCELL

Missing Person
DOB: 10/12/1948
The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the disappearance of Leonette Marie PURCELL.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.

Investigators are interested in identifying two unidentified males who were seen on a security camera at the Enfield Irving Big Stop, one of whom the camera caught calling the Purcell home on the morning Mrs. Purcell disappeared. Neither of these men were identified. The investigation is ongoing and police are asking for the public’s assistance.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the disappearance of Leonette Marie PURCELL should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Homicide of Michael Joseph Peverill

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Michael Joseph PEVERILL

Homicide
DOB: 01/08/1968

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Michael Joseph PEVERILL.

On January 19, 1999, at approximately 3:20 pm, police responded to a report of an injured man at 88 Queen Street, Dartmouth. Upon police arrival, the victim, Michael Joseph PEVERILL, was observed laying on the bedroom floor, having suffered from a fatal gun shot wound.

The investigation revealed that Mr. PEVERILL had last been seen January 19, 1999, at approximately 2:00 pm, entering his apartment. Therefore, Mr. PEVERILL was killed sometime between 2:00 and 3:20 pm. Mr. PEVERILL had just moved into this apartment complex one week prior to his death, although, he had known and frequently visited the previous tenant. Mr. PEVERILL and the previous tenant were both known for accepting frequent visitors to conduct personal business. Therefore, it was common to see a lot of pedestrian traffic in and out of 88 Queen Street.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Michael Joseph PEVERILL should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Homicide of Kevin James Petrie

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Kevin James PETRIE

Homicide
DOB: 08/09/1953

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Kevin James PETRIE.

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. Mr. PETRIE was transported to the QEII Hospital, where he later died.

The investigation revealed that Mr. PETRIE had been the victim of a home invasion and a serious assault on March 17, 2004, which occurred at 269 Pleasant Street, Dartmouth. It is believed that the injuries Mr. PETRIE sustained during this home invasion were a contributing factor in his death.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Kevin James PETRIE should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Homicide of Judy Geraldine Parks

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Judy Geraldine PARKS

Homicide
DOB: 15/02/1962

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Judy Geraldine PARKS.

On October 9, 1976, a badly decomposed body was discovered in a wooded area off Highway #103, near Timberlea, Nova Scotia. The body was partially covered up for concealment. Fourteen year old Judy Geraldine Parks was soon identified as the deceased, and she was the victim of a homicide.

The investigation revealed the victim had been reported missing by a family member on July 11, 1976. The victim had been living at 2 Keating Road, apartment 303, Armdale, Halifax, at the time of her disappearance. The victim was last seen during the early evening of July 10, 1976. 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 murder of Judy Geraldine PARKS should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Missing Person Lynn Adel Oliver

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Lynn Adel OLIVER

Missing Person
DOB: 10/09/1956

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the disappearance of Lynn Adel OLIVER.

On Saturday, August 25, 1979, at approximately 11:40 am, Lynn Adel Oliver (DOB 1956 09 10) left her place of work at Quality Cleaners, 141 Stellerton Road, New Glasgow, N.S., for lunch and did not return. She has not been seen or heard from since. Lynn had expressed concern for her physical safety and was described as nervous at work that day. She had previously given a friend and co-worker a note with instructions to call her mother immediately if she ever went missing. Additional information was within the note.

Lynn Adel Oliver is a caucasian female; height 5’5″; weight 105 lbs; green eyes and brown hair. She was 22 years old when she went missing and left behind a two year old son. There has been no activity in her bank account, MSI account or with her Social Insurance Number. Extensive inquiries across the country, throughout the years, have had negative results.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the disappearance of Lynn Adel OLIVER should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Homicide of Tyrone Layton Oliver

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Tyrone Layton OLIVER

Homicide
DOB: 17/04/1980

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Tyrone Layton OLIVER.

Mr. OLIVER was shot several times and found in the playground area near the corner of Creighton and Gerrish Streets in Halifax on July 20, 2000. He died early the next morning at the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Police also responded to two stabbings and an assault around the same time and in the same vicinity as the homicide, and believe all four incidents may be linked.

Police wish to speak with anyone in the area at the time who may have heard or seen something. Police do have a suspect in mind for this incident, however, no arrest has been made as of yet.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Tyrone Layton OLIVER should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Homicide of Jean Hilda Myra

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Jean Hilda MYRA

Homicide
DOB: 09/05/1958

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Jean Hilda MYRA.

On April 5, 1990, at 10:48 a.m., police responded to a report from a citizen who had been walking on the west side of the grain elevators just south of South Bland Street, and discovered a body under a set of stairs next to the grain elevators. Upon police arrival, Jean Hilda Myra was identified as the deceased victim and she had been the victim of a homicide.

The investigation revealed that the victim had been residing at the YMCA at the time of her death. The victim had last been seen leaving a tavern located in the south end of Barrington Street around midnight on April 4, 1990, and she was known to frequent the general surrounding area in the south end of Halifax. 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 murder of Jean Hilda MYRA should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.

Homicide of Christine Marjorie McLean

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Christine Marjorie McLEAN

Homicide
DOB: 05/11/1970

The Government of the Province of Nova Scotia is offering rewards of up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Christine Marjorie McLEAN.

On May 11, 1998, the body of 27 year old Christine McLean was discovered lying in bushes a short distance from a gravel road leading to the new water treatment construction site in Cherrybrook, which is located off Highway #7, east of Dartmouth

The investigation revealed that the victim had been reported missing to Halifax Regional Police on April 14, 1998, and she had last been seen alive on April 4, 1998. Evidence at the scene indicated that the victim was likely killed at some other location, and her body was transported to the above location and dumped there by the suspect(s). 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 murder of Christine Marjorie McLEAN should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.

The reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be apportioned as deemed just by the Minister of Justice for the Province of Nova Scotia. Employees of law enforcement and correctional agencies are not eligible to collect this reward.