Disappearance of Peter Anthony Walsh being investigated as a homicide

January 20, 2020
Colchester County, Nova Scotia

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Peter Anthony Walsh
Peter Anthony Walsh

The disappearance of Peter Anthony Walsh is now being investigated as a homicide.

Walsh, known as "Tony" to his family and friends, was last seen on August 23, 2019 in Truro. His disappearance was being investigated as a missing persons file, however the evidence has now led the RCMP to investigate the matter as a homicide.

"We appreciate the tips and information that have come to us as a result of the media releases and the video appeal. We believe there are people in the community who know what happened and we need them to come forward," says Sgt. Glenn Bonvie, of Northeast Nova Major Crimes Unit. "Our focus continues to be on the family and on getting answers for them as we try to determine what happened to Tony," he continues.

The RCMP continues to ask members of the public to come forward if they have any information about this incident. Information can be provided directly to the investigators by calling the RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crimes Unit at 902-896-5060. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

File # 20191296351

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Contact information

Cpl. Jennifer Clarke
Public Information Officer
Nova Scotia RCMP
Office: 902-720-5652
Cell: 902-222-0154
jennifer.clarke@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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