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Cape Breton Remains Confirmed as Justin MacDonald’s; Autopsy Rules Homicide

The discovery ends a 10-month mystery over the 34-year-old’s disappearance last July

On Tuesday, Cape Breton Regional Police forensics unit and other officers were at the scene where Justin MacDonald's remains were found the night before. Justin's father Ken MacDonald said he found the remains and that police were working around the clock collecting evidence from the scene at Morley Road, which was closed until Thursday evening. CONTRIBUTED
FILE - Police in Nova Scotia say remains found in Cape Breton earlier this week are those of Justin MacDonald.

Overview

  • Police recovered the remains on Monday near Morley Road, a dirt and gravel track about 20 kilometres south of North Sydney.
  • Provincial authorities confirmed the bones belong to 34-year-old Justin MacDonald, who was last seen on July 7, 2024, at an Irving gas station.
  • A provincial medical examiner concluded that MacDonald died as a result of homicidal violence.
  • In December, police charged three men with second-degree murder, robbery and assault in connection with his death.
  • The Cape Breton Regional Police Service says the investigation remains active as the accused prepare for court proceedings.