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On Sunday, April 12, 2026, around 3:15 p.m., police responded to a call at Last Duel Park, where a person was found with critical injuries. The victim was taken to a trauma centre but later died. Police said it has been ruled a homicide.

OPP have identified the victim as Christo Allison Richards, 34, of Ottawa.

Early indications suggest the incident was isolated, with no ongoing risk to the public. Police remain on scene and continue to investigate, and residents may notice a heightened police presence in the area.

The investigation is being led by the Lanark County OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with support from the Chief Coroner’s Office, Ontario Forensic Pathology Service, and specialized police units. Anyone with information is urged to contact the OPP.

Update: Michael Lewis, was arrested by OPP and charged part of their ongoing investigation into the death of Christo Allison Richards. Lewis is charged with conspiracy to commit murder

Police have issued arrest warrants for two individuals in connection with a homicide investigation in Perth. Police say Madore is believed to be in B.C. and has known ties to the Richmond, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Terrace areas.

Police believe Kennedy is in New Brunswick.

Update: Lyna Du, 32, also from Ottawa, was charged with accessory after the fact to murder, the Ontario Provincial Police announced on June 10.

Update:OPP announced on September 3rd that charges had been upgraded to first-degree murder against 34-year-old Joseph Madore and 28-year-old Brayton Kennedy.

Both Kennedy and Madore remain on the loose, OPP said. Madore may be in rural B.C., police said, while Kennedy could be in New Brunswick.