This Sunday marks four years since the tragic murder of Lee'Marion Shancez Cain, an eight-year-old boy whose life was cut short in a devastating shooting incident. The unfortunate event occurred on December 21, 2021, near the intersection of Windmill Road and Waddell Avenue in Halifax.
The Halifax Regional Police reported that gunfire erupted from one vehicle targeting another, resulting in grave injuries to both Lee'Marion and a 26-year-old man who was also in the vicinity. While the adult sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received medical treatment, Lee'Marion succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead in the hospital shortly after the incident.
In the ongoing investigation, Halifax Regional Police have indicated that video footage has been instrumental in uncovering details about the crime. According to their media release, the evidence illustrates that at least two suspects were involved in this heinous act. The suspects have been described as Black men aged between their 20s and 30s, and they were reportedly driving a burgundy Chevrolet Traverse that had tinted windows.
The police believe that individuals within the community may possess information that could significantly aid the investigation. They emphasize that even the smallest detail could potentially lead to crucial advancements in solving the case. The Halifax Regional Police are urging anyone with knowledge related to the incident to come forward and assist in bringing those responsible to justice.
This case falls under the Nova Scotia rewards for major unsolved crimes program, which offers financial incentives for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals involved in serious crimes. This program allows for rewards of up to $150,000, underscoring the seriousness with which authorities are treating this matter.
The community's involvement is deemed vital in ensuring justice for Lee'Marion Shancez Cain and his family. The police hope that increased awareness and the reward program will prompt any witnesses or those with potential leads to step forward, giving Lee'Marion's family the closure they desperately seek wrought from this heartbreaking loss.
As the fourth anniversary of this tragic event approaches, the Halifax Regional Police continue their commitment to pursuing justice and seek collaboration from the community to resolve this longstanding case.
