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Charges being considered in 2019 Duncan double-homicide investigation

Fran Shurie and Nellie Williams killed in Duncan on Christmas Eve, 2019
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Charges are being considered in the deaths of Nellie Williams and Fran Shurie, who were murdered in Duncan on Christmas Eve, 2019. Pictured is a memorial, located near Trunk Road and Canada Avenue where the crime occurred, that was set up shortly after the murders. (Citizen file photo)

As the fourth anniversary of the double homicide in Duncan on Christmas Eve, 2019, approaches, there finally appears to be some movement in the case.

The BC Prosecution Service has confirmed that the RCMP have submitted a report to Crown Counsel in relation to the deaths for a charge assessment.

Asked if anyone had been arrested in connection to the case, or when any decisions could be made to do so, the BCPS offered no further information.

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Robert Barron

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Since 2016, I've had had the pleasure of working with our dedicated staff and community in the Cowichan Valley.
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