Human Remains

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Laura Lee CROSS

Human Remains
DOB: 18/03/1968
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 death of Laura Lee CROSS.

On October 14, 2002, at approximately 5:30 pm, police responded to a report of two hunters who discovered human skeletal remains off a logging road near Dollar Lake Provincial Park, located on the Old Guysborough Road near the Halifax International Airport. The skeletal remains were later identified as those of the victim, Laura Lee CROSS.

The investigation revealed that the Ms. CROSS had last been seen on July 12, 2001, and she had been reported missing in August of 2001. Ms. CROSS had been living at 18 Middle Street, in Dartmouth, at the time of her disappearance.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the death of Laura Lee CROSS 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 Troy Cook

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Troy COOK

Missing Person
DOB: 16/07/1978

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 Troy COOK.

Troy COOK has been missing since June 12, 1998. At approximately 10:00 am on June 11, 1998, Mr. COOK was dropped off near his apartment, 1 Victoria Street, Truro, Nova Scotia, by his father. At 10:30 am, Mrs. Sharon Tucker, an employee at the Atlantic Superstore, received a call from a person claiming to be Troy COOK. Mrs. Tucker is certain that the caller was Mr. COOK, but recalled that he sounded different. Mr. COOK advised her that he would not be into work for his evening shift.

Mr. COOK has not been heard from since his disappearance and there have been no confirmed sightings. Mr. COOK had not mentioned leaving town, his wallet and ID were located in his apartment and there have been no transactions on his bank account. It has also been established that Mr. COOK has no history of compulsive behaviour or mental illness.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the disappearance of Troy COOK 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 Leslie Ann Conrad

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Leslie Ann CONRAD

Homicide
DOB: 08/12/1960

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 Leslie Ann CONRAD.

Leslie Ann Conrad resided in Lower Wolfville area of Kings County, Nova Scotia. On October 6, 2006, Leslie Conrad’s brother reported that his sister went missing as of October 5, 2006. Investigators interviewed family members who advised that when they arrived home on the afternoon of October 5, 2006, Leslie was gone from the residence.

On November 22, 2006, a hunter located human remains near Melanson Road, Kings County, which in turn was later determined to be the body of Leslie Conrad. It was determined, through the investigation, that she had died of unnatural causes. An extensive investigation ensued, however, no criminal charges have ever been laid. Although unsolved at this time, the investigation is still ongoing.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Leslie Ann CONRAD 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 Shelley Denise Connors

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Shelley Denise CONNORS

Homicide
DOB: 11/07/1975

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 Shelley Denise CONNORS.

On June 1, 1993, during the evening, the deceased body of 17 year old Shelley CONNORS was located approximately 200 yards from the rear of the Spryfield Lyons Rink, which is located at 25 Drysdale Road, Spryfield, Halifax. The victim was located in a wooded area partially covered with leaves and branches.

The investigation revealed that the victim went missing from her River Road, Spryfield, address, on May 29, 1993, and was reported missing by a family member the following day.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Shelley Denise CONNORS 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 Raymond Paul Chase

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Raymond Paul CHASE

Homicide
DOB: 27/12/1964

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 Raymond Paul CHASE.

On May 13, 1999, at 9:28 pm 34 year old Raymond Paul CHASE of 41 Coventry Lane, Dartmouth, pulled into the driveway of his home driving his 1998 Chevrolet truck. As Mr. CHASE was exiting his vehicle, he was approached by a lone suspect who shot Mr. CHASE, killing him instantly. The killer then ran to a waiting vehicle on Coventry Lane adjacent to the victim’s driveway, where he jumped into the passenger seat. The vehicle fled the scene headed towards Colby Drive.

At the time of his murder, Mr. CHASE was operating a business constructing and selling homes in the Bissett Lake area of Cole Harbour. He was also part owner of a local drinking establishment.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Raymond Paul CHASE 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.

Disappearance of Gregory Samuel Brushett

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Gregory Samuel BRUSHETT

Missing Person
DOB: 20/01/1964
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 Gregory Samuel BRUSHETT.

On April 12, 1999, police received a report from Mrs. Brushett, mother of Gregory Brushette, that her son had not been seen since April 10, 1999. Gregory Brushett was residing at 11 Dawson Street, Dartmouth, at the time of his disappearance.

The investigation revealed that Gregory Brushett was a former member of an outlaw motorcycle club in the Halifax area. Mr. Brushett was last seen driving his vehicle, a maroon Honda Accord, on Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth, around 6 p.m. on April 10, 1999. He had been at a bar in Dartmouth earlier on the date of his disappearance. The circumstances of Mr. Brushett’s disappearance are suspicious, and foul play is suspected. 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 disappearance of Gregory Samuel BRUSHETT 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 Tanya Jean Brooks

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Tanya Jean BROOKS

Homicide
DOB: 28/05/1972
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 Tanya Jean BROOKS.

On May 11, 2009, at about 2 p.m., the body of Tanya Jean Brooks (AKA Tanya Lynch) was found deceased, the victim of a homicide, in a basement window well of St. Pat’s Alexandra, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Tanya was known to frequent the Gottingen Street area and was last seen on the day of May 10, 2009, when she left the Halifax Regional Police Headquarters at 1975 Gottingen Street at about 8:20 p.m.

Numerous interviews and an extensive canvass of the surrounding area has provided police limited information on the homicide. Tanya was a 36-year-old aboriginal female and mother of five children. Tanya was associated to the Millbrook First Nation.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Tanya Jean BROOKS 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 David Robert Boyko

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

David Robert BOYKO

Homicide
DOB: 27/07/1954

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 David Robert BOYKO.

On May 12, 1996, at 1:24 p.m., police responded to a report of an unresponsive male found on a dirt roadway at the end of Morris Road in the Burnside Industrial Park, Dartmouth. The male was found by a pedestrian who had been walking in the area. Upon police arrival, the victim, David Robert Boyko, was found deceased, having suffered from a gun shot wound.

Mr. Boyko was a resident of Manitoba at the time of his death. He was last seen alive on May 12, 1996, at 6:00 a.m., leaving a hotel in Dartmouth. 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 David Robert BOYKO 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 Bowser

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Kevin James BOWSER

Homicide
DOB: 12/04/1976

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 BOWSER.

On July 10, 2004, at approximately 10:00 pm, police responded to a report of a shooting in the area of 5450 Uniacke Street, Halifax. Upon police arrival, the victim, Kevin James BOWSER, was found laying in front of 5446 Uniacke Street, having suffered from gun shot wounds. Mr. BOWSER was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

The police investigation revealed that Mr. BOWSER had been in the area of Uniacke Square talking to other people prior to being shot. It is believed that Mr. BOWSER and another person travelled to a McDonalds Restaurant in a vehicle, then returned to 5450 Uniacke Street where he entered this residence. Someone knocked on the door at 5450 Uniacke Street and requested that the victim go outside. It is believed that Mr. BOWSER exited the residence, where he was shot moments later. A car was seen speeding away from the scene after the shooting.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the murder of Kevin James BOWSER 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 Newton Harold Butler

Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes

Newton Harold BOUTILIER

Homicide
DOB: 03/06/1936

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 Newton Harold BOUTILIER.

On January 7, 1968, at 10:45 a.m., police responded to a report of a death of an 81 year old male identified as Newton Harold Boutilier of French Village. Upon police arrival, the victim, Mr. Boutilier, was found deceased in his residence, which also served as a small general store, which he owned and operated on Highway #33, 19.7 miles from Halifax. Mr. Boutilier had been murdered at this location.

The investigation revealed the victim was unmarried and kept to himself. He usually opened his general store everyday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., except Sunday’s when the store was closed. 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 Newton Harold BOUTILIER 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.