Laura Ross homicide added to province’s crime rewards program
Posted Apr 3, 2019 01:45:38 PM.
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The homicide of a Hants County woman has been added to the provincial program that offers rewards for information on major unsolved crimes.
Laura Ross's body was found in a burned-out garage on her South Rawdon property on April 3, 2017.
When investigators determined the fire had been intentionally set, the death was ruled a homicide.
An Upper Sackville man was charged with second degree murder in the case, however according to several media reports, the Crown withdrew the charges earlier this year saying there wasn't a realistic prospect of conviction.
Police believe there are people who have information about the case that haven't yet come forward.
“The death of Laura Ross had a significant impact on the community of South Rawdon. The RCMP continues to work towards piecing the facts together to bring closure to the family and justice for Laura,” said Insp. Lynn Young.
“There is no piece of information that is too small to be of value – please call us if you can help.”
Now that the case has been added to the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program, those with tips leading to an arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible are eligible for a reward of up to $150,000.
“The family continues to suffer in the wake of this horrific death, they deserve closure,” said Justice Minister Mark Furey. “I join the investigators in asking anyone with information about this crime to please come forward.”
All calls to the program at 1-888-710-9090 are recorded. Those who come forward have to provide their name and contact information, and may be called to testify in court.
Since its launch in Oct. 2006, two full rewards of $150,000 and one partial reward of $100,000 have been paid out.
