What's happened
Michel Fournier, 71, has been charged with the murder of his wife, Susan Lane-Fournier, whose body was found after a four-day search. In a separate case, Russell Wayne Layne, 67, was arrested for the 2017 murder of his wife, Emma Compton Layne, whose remains were discovered five months after her disappearance.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to The Independent, Michel Fournier has been charged with second-degree murder after the body of his wife was found, concluding a four-day search. The report highlights that Fournier is being held without bail and that the investigation is ongoing. In a separate case, Russell Wayne Layne's arrest for the 2017 murder of his wife has been described as a 'full-circle moment' for her family, who have long sought justice. The Halifax County Sheriff’s Office emphasized their commitment to the case, stating it has been a top priority since 2017. Both articles underscore the emotional toll on families and communities affected by these tragedies.
How we got here
Susan Lane-Fournier went missing on November 22, 2024, prompting a search that ended with the discovery of her body. Russell Wayne Layne was arrested on November 27, 2024, in connection with the long-unsolved murder of his wife, Emma, who disappeared in 2017.
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