The Government of Nova Scotia is offering the largest reward ever in its unsolved crimes program. The amount is being offered in the unsolved case involving eight-year-old, Lee’Marion Cain of North Preston.
A person who has information in the boys death could receive an award of $250,000, which is $100,000 more than ever before. This is the first time a higher amount has been offered in a specific case.
Lee’Marion was in a vehicle on Windmill Road in Dartmouth on December 21, 2021, when shots were fired at it. He was struck and taken to the IWK Health Centre but succumbed to his injuries. The medical examiner ruled the death a homicide.
Investigators believe there are people who may have information they have not shared with police that could result in arrests and possible charges in relation to Lee’Marion’s death.
Anyone with information on this crime should call the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program at 1-888-710-9090. People who come forward with information must provide their name and contact information and may be called to testify in court. All calls will be recorded.
Anyone with information who prefers to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers of Nova Scotia at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).