Ontario Provincial Police have charged a 46-year-old man from Perth with conspiracy to commit murder in connection with the death of Christo Allison Richards, 34, who was found with life-threatening injuries at a park in mid-April.
Charges and Arrest Warrants
Michael Lewis remained in custody and was scheduled to appear in court in Perth, according to an OPP media release dated May 12. The police also issued arrest warrants for two other men on charges of second-degree murder: Joseph Madore, 34, and Brayton Kennedy, 28, both of Ottawa.
Public Assistance Requested
The OPP is seeking public assistance in locating Madore and Kennedy. Investigators believe Madore is currently in British Columbia, while Kennedy may be travelling with Madore or still in the Ottawa area. Anyone with information is urged to contact police immediately.
The Incident
On Sunday, April 12, at approximately 3:15 p.m., officers from the Lanark County detachment of the OPP responded to Last Duel Park in Perth, where one person was found with life-threatening injuries. Christo Allison Richards, 34, of Ottawa, was transported to a trauma centre and later pronounced deceased.
How to Help
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lanark County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
