**** JUSTICE Media Release
Halifax Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
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The government is offering a reward of up to $150,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for the homicide of Joseph (JoJo) Beals.
On February 20, 2021, members of the Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident on Mount Edward Road in Dartmouth. Their investigation revealed the driver of the vehicle had been shot, causing a collision. Joseph Beals was transported to hospital where he died.
The medical examiner ruled the cause of death a homicide.
Investigators believe there are people with information not offered to the police that could lead to an arrest and charges.
“If you know something that could help solve this case, please come forward,” said Minister of Justice Brad Johns. “It could help bring some closure to the victim’s family.”
Anyone with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the homicide of Joseph (JoJo) Beals should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090.
Quick Facts:
— established in 2006, the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program is an additional tool to help police gather information on unsolved crimes
— the reward is payable in Canadian funds and will be allocated 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
— anyone with information on this crime who prefers to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers of Nova Scotia at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
Additional Resources:
A photo and details can be found at: https://novascotia.ca/just/Public_Safety/Rewards/case_detail_Joseph-JoJo-Beals.asp
For other cases under the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program, visit
https://novascotia.ca/just/Public_Safety/Rewards/
