**** HRP Media Release
Police investigate homicide
Halifax Regional Police is investigating a homicide where remains were recovered yesterday.
On October 10, at approximately 9:40 a.m., officers responded to a well-being check at Quingate Place in Halifax. Upon arrival, officers located a deceased woman. The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service has ruled the death a homicide.
The investigation is in the early stages and details are limited, but police do not believe this to be a random incident. Further information will follow when it becomes available.
Halifax Regional Police is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Jonathan William Pinsky, 41, who is a person of interest in this investigation. Pinsky is described as 5’2” tall and approximately 100lbs. He may be wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, cargo pants and a backpack. If he is seen, please do not approach him and call 911.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about this incident or video from the area to contact police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or using the P3 Tips App.
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