Search complete in Truro area

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Investigators and searchers have completed the search in the Truro area in connection with the homicide of Taylor Samson.

Police began the search of property in Lower Truro on August 25. On August 27, searchers located several items of possible interest which are believed to be connected to the homicide; the nature of the items and how they may be connected to the homicide won’t be disclosed in order to protect the integrity of the investigation. On August 29, the search expanded to include property off Marshland Drive in Truro. The overall search concluded today at 2:15 p.m. based on police and investigators having conducted an extensive search of the involved property.

Taylor Samson’s remains have yet to be located and the investigation is on-going. Anyone who may have any information about this homicide is asked to contact police at 902-490-5016. 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 texting a tip - Tip 202 + your message to 274637.

Investigators thank the RCMP and the searchers from numerous Search & Rescue teams for their assistance with this matter.