RCMP investigating 2 deaths in Enfield, N.S.
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The RCMP Criminal Investigation Division is investigating two suspicious deaths in Enfield, N.S.
RCMP say they found the remains of two adults in a residence on Rockliffe Drive on Oct. 18 while responding to a request to check on the wellbeing of two people at approximately 10:45 a.m.
The individuals were known to one another, says police.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Halifax Regional Detachment at 902-490-5020 and reference file number 24-143338. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
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