The tragic death of 39-year-old Melissa Price in Moncton has led to multiple charges in a murder case that has shocked the community. Leandra Beaulieu, aged 36, was charged with first-degree murder on Thursday in Moncton provincial court, according to announcements from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
Key Details of the Case
Melissa Price was reported missing, and her body was discovered on February 15, 2023. She was found in a rolling garbage bin located on the northern side of High Street in Moncton.
Leandra Beaulieu’s charge follows the earlier arrest of Devlin O’Blenis, 35, who was charged with first-degree murder on March 12. O’Blenis is scheduled to appear in court on April 2.
Additional Charges
Another suspect, Joshua Daniel Martin, 36, was charged on March 20 with being an accessory after the fact of murder and committing indignity to a human body. Martin’s next court appearance is set for April 13.
Police Investigation
- Date of Incident: February 14, 2023
- Body Discovery: February 15, 2023
- Location: High Street, Moncton
- Current Status of Suspects: Awaiting court appearances
While the police have not disclosed specific details regarding the cause of death, they have stated their belief that this was an isolated incident. The RCMP has not confirmed whether additional charges against other individuals are forthcoming.
The community of Moncton awaits further developments in this tragic case as the legal proceedings unfold in the coming weeks.
