Thompson RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in the murder case of Bernard Hart from Oxford House First Nation.
On June 6, 2009, 37-year-old Bernard Hart from Oxford House First Nation was reported missing to the Thompson RCMP by his family. Thompson RCMP initiated a missing person investigation and determined that Hart was last seen in Thompson on June 4, 2009.
On July 8, 2009, the remains of Hart were located in a wooded area on the east side of Thompson. A post mortem examination was conducted at the Health Sciences Center in Winnipeg on July 13, 2009 whereby the cause of death was unascertained.
After further investigation, RCMP are now treating the death of Hart as a homicide.
“D” Division Serious Crime Unit, Major Crime Units from Winnipeg and Thompson, along with the Thompson Forensic Identification Section are assisting in the investigation.
RCMP are requesting that anyone with information on the murder of Bernard Hart are asked to contact the Thompson RCMP at 204-677-6909 or Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Sgt. Line Karpish
RCMP Media Relations
(204)983-8497
