Cape Breton family relieved after police lay manslaughter charge in case of missing man

The family of a Cape Breton man, Kenneth Justin MacDonald, who has been missing since the summer, is finally seeing some progress in the case. Cape Breton Regional Police have arrested a suspect, Mitchell George McPhee, and charged him with manslaughter in MacDonald’s disappearance. The family is relieved by this development and feels emotionally drained but hopeful that more arrests will follow.

Kenneth Justin MacDonald, known as Justin, went missing in July, and the case was recently classified as a homicide by the police. McPhee has also been charged with robbery and assault on another man, according to court documents. MacDonald’s father, Ken, expressed his relief at the news, stating that the family is mostly good because there is finally someone charged in connection with his son’s disappearance.

In a recent statement, MacDonald’s father mentioned that while he wishes the process was faster, he understands that the police are working diligently on the case. Police spokesperson Desiree Magnus confirmed that more arrests and charges are pending but did not provide further details as the investigation is ongoing.

MacDonald’s mother, Peggy, expressed confidence in the police’s ability to solve the case but admitted that the wait for justice is taking a toll on the family. She emphasized the importance of finding Justin and bringing him home to provide closure for the family.

The charges against McPhee are related to alleged incidents that took place on July 8, the day after MacDonald was last seen at an Irving gas station in North Sydney. His vehicle was later found about 25 kilometers away in the Ormond Crescent area of Mira Road. Despite ongoing efforts by MacDonald’s family and friends to search for clues, his body has not been located.

Mitchell George McPhee is currently in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. The police and MacDonald’s family are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact regional police at 902-563-5151.

The developments in this case bring a mix of emotions for the MacDonald family, who are hopeful that justice will be served and closure will be found in the near future. The support from the community and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement are crucial in bringing answers and resolution to this tragic situation.