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RCMP Investigate Possible Human Remains in Grand Bay‑Westfield

Forensic teams are working to confirm the identity after clothing matched a woman missing since May.

Jesse Watson is a candidate in Ward Anirniq (Supplied image)
Pile of Canadian money. (Getty Images)
Local youth performing a ceremonial dance during the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation events in Fredericton featured an afternoon of prayer, drumming, ceremonial dancing, and words from elders.

Overview

  • Police say a dog‑walker found possible human remains Sept. 29 in a heavily wooded area near Nerepis Road and Route 7 in Grand Bay‑Westfield.
  • Clothing discovered at the site matched the description of 79‑year‑old Ruth Carol Sutton, who was reported missing May 25, but investigators have not confirmed the identity.
  • RCMP forensic identification and police dog units, together with a representative from the New Brunswick coroner’s office, are conducting the examination of the scene and evidence.
  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events drew large turnouts across New Brunswick, including a Healing Walk in Saint John and St. Mary’s gatherings in Fredericton featuring prayer, drumming and youth leadership.
  • At Elsipogtog, Premier Susan Holt highlighted learning and outlined priorities including rights recognition, title negotiations and work toward a First Nations health authority, while survivor Francis “Clifton” Simon shared experiences from Shubenacadie; separately, Woodstock’s Andrew Pickle was charged in an Aug. 28 assault and is due in court Oct. 21 after release with electronic monitoring.