Murder of 14-year-old Halifax girl remains unsolved after 50 years
Judy Parks, a 14-year-old girl from Halifax, was last seen on the evening of July 10, 1976. Her body was discovered on October 9, 1976, and despite decades of investigation, her murder remains unsolved as the case marks its 50th anniversary.
Case details and investigation
Parks was reported missing after she failed to return home. Police launched a search, and her remains were found three months later in a wooded area. The cause of death was determined to be homicide, but no suspects have ever been charged. The Nova Scotia Rewards for Justice Program has offered a reward for information leading to an arrest, but the case has gone cold.
Impact and ongoing efforts
The unsolved murder has haunted the Halifax community for half a century. Police continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward. According to CTV News Atlantic producer Bill Dicks, the case remains open and under review by the Cold Case Unit of the Halifax Regional Police.
