News release from the Ontario Provincial Police
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is releasing a video in the hope of resolving a murder that occurred near Midland one year ago.
Jonus Keegan Palmer was 24-years-old when he was shot and killed on the night of July 5, 2021 outside of a home where he was staying on Old Fort Road in Tay Township. Police note there were several other occupants at the residence that night. The residence where these tragic events unfolded has since been sold and its current owners have no connection to this investigation.
A video appeal for information that includes members of Jonus' family is being linked today through the OPP's social media platforms - Facebook Central Region; Twitter @OPP_CR, YouTube and Instagram - for members of the public to share with their respective audiences.
The investigation by the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Crime Unit continues, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB). Anyone with information that could advance this investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit tips online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/submit-a-tip/submit-a-tip.
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"Our dedicated team is committed to solving this case and has interviewed dozens of witnesses who have provided information about Jonus' tragic death. We believe there are other witnesses with important information who should come forward. We want to reassure Jonus' family and the Midland area community that we are using every available resource to identify the person or persons responsible for Jonus' death." - Detective Inspector Jennifer PATTON, OPP CIB Major Case Manager.
